Faculty Talk: Shaping the Future of Space Research at Georgia Tech

On July 1, Georgia Tech launched the Space Research Institute (SRI) — a new Interdisciplinary Research Institute created to connect faculty, students, and collaborators to advance space research, innovation, and discovery.

Join us as W. Jud Ready, SRI’s inaugural executive director, shares the Institute’s vision, outlines its goals, and highlights ways for faculty to collaborate - including opportunities to:

• Lead centers, programs, or initiatives with potential funding support
• Serve as associate director

SRI brings together faculty, staff, and students passionate about space exploration, bridging interdisciplinary research institutes, colleges, schools, Georgia Tech Research Institute, and the Enterprise Innovation Institute to drive conversations about space across Georgia and beyond. Additional details and registration information can be found below.

This is a hybrid event, but in-person attendance is encouraged. Boxed lunches will be provided to those that RSVP promptly (before Sept. 2).

Whether you plan to join us virtually or in person, please register in advance using the link below. A confirmation email with details for virtual participation will follow your registration.

Date: Friday, September 5, 2025
Time: 11:00am – 12:00pm (Lunch will be provided)
Location: Marcus Nanotechnology Building
Address: 345 Ferst Dr NW, Atlanta, GA 30332
Parking: The most convenient visitor parking lot is the North Campus Parking Deck (W23/Visitor Area 5) located at 911 State Street NW, Atlanta, GA 30318. 
Registration Link: https://forms.office.com/r/4Mia7PSLht