Conference Program | Bioinspired Frontiers Prague 2025

Overall Conference Experience

Exploration Foundations and Technological Innovations

Wednesday, October 22, 2025

08:00 AM – 09:00 AM

Registration & Welcome Coffee

Introduction and Networking

09:00 AM – 09:05 AM

Organizer Speech (Murtuza Qurasani)

Welcome Speech

09:05 AM – 09:10 AM

Matus Toderiska

Opening Remarks

09:10 AM – 09:20 AM

Chief Guest 01

Introduction of Space Activities in India

09:20 AM – 09:30 AM

Chief Guest 02

Overview of the Indian Space Ecosystem

09:30 AM – 10:00 AM

Jeevan Perera

Space Race 2.0: The Race to Commercialize Space

10:05 AM – 10:35 AM

Michael Pawlyn

Biomimetic Architecture and its Applications to Extreme Environments

10:35 AM – 11:05 AM

Coffee Break

11:05 AM – 11:25 AM

Platinum Sponsor Keynote 01

To be Announced

11:30 AM – 12:00 PM

Matej Poliaček

Mission Readiness for a New Frontier: ISS Operations and Post-ISS Opportunities

12:00 PM – 12:20 PM

Poster Session/Presentation

To be Announced

12:20 PM - 01:20 PM

Lunch

01:15 PM - 01:30 PM

Jay Harman

Introduction to Breakthroughs in Biomimicry (nature-inspired design)

01:30 PM - 02:00 PM

Adriana Marais

Pioneering Human Space Exploration: Bioinspired Strategies for Life Beyond Earth

02:05 PM - 02:35 PM

Rania Toukebri

Innovating for the Future of Space Exploration: Advancements in Spacecraft Design and Quantum Technologies

02:40 PM - 03:00 PM

Platinum Sponsor Keynote 02

To be Announced

03:00 PM - 03:30 PM

Coffee Break

03:30 PM - 04:00 PM

Antonio Stark

Off-Earth Horizons: Construction, Resources, and Smart Infrastructure

04:00 PM - 05:00 PM

Workshops (2 parallel sessions, max 50 participants each)

05:00 PM - 05:10 PM

Matus Toderiska

Closing Remarks

05:10 PM - 06:40 PM

Opening Social

Sustainability, Policy, and Interdisciplinary Visions

Thursday, October 23, 2025

08:00 AM – 09:00 AM

Registration & Welcome Coffee

Networking

09:00 AM – 09:10 AM

Matus Toderiska

Opening Remarks

09:10 AM – 09:20 AM

Chief Guest 03

To be Announced

09:20 AM – 09:30 AM

Chief Guest 04

To be Announced (KTR)

09:35 AM – 10:05 AM

Erika Wagner

Biological Technologies and Space: Informing Terrestrial Biomedical Advances and Scaling Innovations Beyond Earth

10:10 AM – 10:40 AM

Barbara Belvisi

Preserving Life and Expanding Horizons: Biofarming Innovations for Earth and Space

10:40 AM – 11:10 AM

Coffee Break

11:10 AM – 11:40 AM

Lina Khalifeh

Mental Toughness and Resilience Training for Space Crew

11:45 AM – 12:15 PM

Martina Dimoska

Pioneering Extraterrestrial Exploration: Lessons from Analog Missions and Sustainable Space Innovation

12:15 PM – 12:35 PM

Poster Session/Presentation

To be Announced

12:35 PM – 01:35 PM

Lunch

01:35 PM – 02:05 PM

Irene Schneider

Safeguarding Humanity in Solar System Exploration: Strategies for Safe Planetary Missions and Settlements

02:10 PM – 02:40 PM

Daniela De Paulis

A Sign in Space: Space Exploration and Cosmic Theatre

02:40 PM – 03:10 PM

Flea Market

03:10 PM – 03:40 PM

Coffee Break

03:40 PM – 04:10 PM

Abigail Harrison

Inspiring the Next Generation: Inclusive Space Education and the Future of Exploration

04:15 PM – 04:45 PM

Srimathy Kesan

Empowering the Next Generation: Youth, Satellites, and India’s Space Future

04:50 PM – 05:20 PM

Poster Session/Presentation

To be Announced

05:25 PM – 05:55 PM

Panel Discussion

Sustainable and Interdisciplinary Applications (Panellists: To be announced)

06:00 PM – 06:15 PM

Navin Kumar

To be Announced

06:20 PM – 06:35 PM

Arshleen Kaur Sahni

To be Announced

06:40 PM – 06:55 PM

Sweta Parmar

To be Announced

07:00 PM – 07:15 PM

Shifa Zehra

To be Announced

07:15 PM – 07:30 PM

Matus Toderiska

Closing Remarks

07:30 PM – 09:00 PM

Gala Dinner

Policy, Education, and the Future of Space

Friday, August 22, 2025

9:00 AM – 9:05 AM

Moderator

Opening Remarks

9:05 AM – 9:55 AM

Chiara Manfletti

Policy Innovations for a Sustainable Space Economy

9:55 AM – 10:45 AM

Antonio Stark

Off-Earth Horizons: Construction, Resources, and Smart Infrastructure

10:45 AM – 11:00 AM

COFFEE BREAK

11:00 AM – 11:50 AM

Lina Khalifeh

Human Resilience in Space Environments: Mental Toughness and Resilience Training for Space Crews

11:50 AM – 12:40 PM

Abigail Harrison

Inspiring the Next Generation: Inclusive Space Education and the Future of Exploration

12:40 PM – 1:40 PM

LUNCH BREAK

1:40 PM – 2:30 PM

Irene Schneider

Safeguarding Humanity in Solar System Exploration: Innovative Strategies for Safe Planetary Missions and Settlements

2:30 PM – 3:20 PM

Maria Moukarzel

Biosecurity Beyond Earth: Health Diplomacy and Crisis Coordination in the New Space Era

3:20 PM – 3:35 PM

COFFEE BREAK

3:35 PM – 4:25 PM

Daniela De Paulis

A Sign in Space: Space Exploration and Cosmic Theatre

4:25 PM – 5:15 PM

Czech Delegate (TBC)

Closing Plenary: The Future of Biomimicry in Space

5:15 PM – 5:30 PM

GEOPAQ Team

Final Closing Remarks

Day 1 - Wednesday, August 20, 2025 - Foundations and Near-Term Innovations

08:00 - 09:00

Registration and Welcome Coffee

Kickstart your day with coffee and networking.

09:00 - 09:30

Opening Ceremony

Join us for an energizing opening with live performances.

09:30 - 10:30

Keynote

"The Future of Bioinspired Space Exploration”
‍Gain insights from leading experts on upcoming innovations.

10:30 - 11:00

Networking Break

Connect with fellow attendees and share ideas.

11:00 - 12:30

Track 1: Biomimetic Space Habitats and Life Support Systems

Session 1A: Bioinspired Architecture for Space Habitats
‍Session 1B: Biomimetic Life Support Systems

12:30 - 14:00

Lunch and Poster Session

Explore cutting-edge research while enjoying lunch.

14:00 - 15:30

Track 2: Extraterrestrial Resource Extraction and Utilization

Session 2A: Bioinspired Mining Technologies
‍Session 2B: In-Situ Resource Utilization Strategies

15:30 - 16:00

Coffee Break

Recharge with refreshments and casual networking.

16:00 - 17:30

Panel Discussion

Integrating Biology and Technology in Space”
‍Engage with experts discussing the intersection of disciplines.

17:30 - 19:30

Welcome Reception and Networking

End the day with a relaxed reception and new connections.

Day 2 - Thursday, August 21, 2025 - Sustainable Systems and Mobility

08:30 - 09:00

Morning Coffee and Networking

Enjoy coffee and connect with peers.

09:00 - 10:00

Keynote

"Circular Economies: From Earth to Space”
‍Discover sustainable practices that can revolutionize space.

10:00 - 10:30

Networking Break

Take time to share insights and build collaborations.

10:30 - 12:00

Track 3: Circular Economies and Resource Cycling in Space

Session 3A: Closed-Loop Systems for Space Colonies
‍Session 3B: Waste to Resource Technologies

12:00 - 13:30

Lunch and Interactive Demonstrations

Dine while engaging with hands-on displays.

13:30 - 15:00

Track 4: Bioinspired Propulsion and Space Mobility

Session 4A: Nature-Inspired Propulsion Systems
‍Session 4B: Adaptive Navigation in Space

15:00 - 15:30

Coffee Break

Network with fellow innovators during a break.

15:30 - 17:00

Interactive Workshops (parallel sessions)

Workshop A: Designing Biomimetic Solutions for Space Challenges
‍Workshop B: Simulating Circular Economies in Space Settlements

17:00 - 17:15

Short Break

A quick pause before the next session.

17:15 - 18:15

Keynote

"Biomimicry's Role in Shaping the Space Economy"
‍Explore how nature influences economic models.

18:30 - 20:30

Conference Dinner and Networking (Optional)

Enjoy an elegant dinner with fellow attendees.

Day 3 - Friday, August 22, 2025 - Future Visions and Economic Frontiers

08:30 - 09:00

Morning Coffee and Networking

Start your day with coffee and connection.

09:00 - 10:00

Keynote

"Exoplanets: The Next Frontier for Human Expansion”
‍Discover what lies beyond our planet.

10:00 - 10:30

Networking Break

Engage with peers over refreshments.

10:30 - 12:00

Track 5: Exoplanetary Exploration and Bioadaptive Colonization

Session 5A: Biosignatures and Exoplanet Assessment
‍Session 5B: Terraforming and Bioadaptive Strategies

12:00 - 13:30

Lunch and Final Poster Session

Reflect on the conference while enjoying lunch.

13:30 - 15:00

Track 6: Space Economy: Bioinspired Innovation and Economic Models

Session 6A: Innovative Business Models for Space Ventures
‍Session 6B: Economic Frameworks for Sustainable Space Development

15:00 - 15:30

Coffee Break

Take a moment to recharge.

15:30 - 17:00

Closing Panel

"Charting the Course for Bioinspired Space Frontiers”
‍Wrap up with expert insights on future directions.

17:00 - 17:30

Closing Ceremony and Future Conference Announcements

Celebrate the achievements of the conference and look ahead.

PROGRAM

Registration & Welcome Coffee

Organizer Speech (Murtuza Qurasani)

Matus Toderiska

Chief Guest 01

Chief Guest 02

Jeevan Perera

Michael Pawlyn

Platinum Sponsor Keynote 01

Matej Poliaček

Poster Session/Presentation

Jay Harman

Adriana Marais

Rania Toukebri

Platinum Sponsor Keynote 02

Antonio Stark

Matus Toderiska

Registration & Welcome Coffee

Matus Toderiska

Chief Guest 03

Chief Guest 04

Erika Wagner

Barbara Belvisi

Lina Khalifeh

Martina Dimoska

Poster Session/Presentation

Irene Schneider

Daniela De Paulis

Abigail Harrison

Srimathy Kesan

Poster Session/Presentation

Panel Discussion

Navin Kumar

Arshleen Kaur Sahni

Sweta Parmar

Shifa Zehra

Matus Toderiska

Moderator

Chiara Manfletti

Antonio Stark

Lina Khalifeh

Abigail Harrison

Irene Schneider

Maria Moukarzel

Daniela De Paulis

Czech Delegate (TBC)

GEOPAQ Team

Day 1 - Wednesday, August 20, 2025 - Foundations and Near-Term Innovations

Registration and Welcome Coffee

Opening Ceremony

Keynote

Networking Break

Track 1: Biomimetic Space Habitats and Life Support Systems

Lunch and Poster Session

Track 2: Extraterrestrial Resource Extraction and Utilization

Coffee Break

Panel Discussion

Welcome Reception and Networking

Day 2 - Thursday, August 21, 2025 - Sustainable Systems and Mobility

Morning Coffee and Networking

Keynote

Networking Break

Track 3: Circular Economies and Resource Cycling in Space

Lunch and Interactive Demonstrations

Track 4: Bioinspired Propulsion and Space Mobility

Coffee Break

Interactive Workshops (parallel sessions)

Short Break

Keynote

Conference Dinner and Networking (Optional)

Day 3 - Friday, August 22, 2025 - Future Visions and Economic Frontiers

Morning Coffee and Networking

Keynote

Networking Break

Track 5: Exoplanetary Exploration and Bioadaptive Colonization

Lunch and Final Poster Session

Track 6: Space Economy: Bioinspired Innovation and Economic Models

Coffee Break

Closing Panel

Closing Ceremony and Future Conference Announcements