The 11th edition of the ESA/ELGRA Gravity-Related Research Summer School, hosted by ESA's Education Office and the European Low Gravity Research Association (ELGRA), will take place from June 15 to 26, 2026.

This year marks the 11th edition of the ESA/ELGRA Gravity-Related Research Summer School. This Summer School has long provided a comprehensive overview of the research conducted in microgravity and hypergravity conditions, spanning both life and physical sciences. You will be immersed in the fascinating world of altered gravity and investigate the benefits of conducting research in these unique settings.

The Summer School is designed in a blended format. In the first week, you will take part in a series of lectures and workshops held at the ESA Academy’s Training and Learning Facility located at ESEC-Galaxia in Transinne, Belgium. You will collaborate with fellow university students in dynamic team settings to brainstorm and develop new and exciting ideas for gravity-related experiments. In the second week, you will attend online sessions and work in teams to finally present your gravity-related experiment proposal on the last day of the Summer School!

Last but not least, the team project serves as a first step towards applying for ESA Academy’s Experiments Programme, furthering your involvement in ground-breaking research initiatives within the European space sector. Seize this unparalleled opportunity to expand your knowledge, network with like-minded peers, and embark on an inspiring journey of discovery!

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