Our intern programme for 2026 is now accepting applications.

Work remotely from anywhere worldwide during May-Sept 2026, earn a USD599 stipend on completion and an opportunity to present at ISEC and NSS events.

Here's the link : http://isec.org/interns

Our November 2025 Space Elevator newsletter has :
- Editor's Note
- Chief Architect’s Corner
- ISEC Terminology
- Tether Materials by @Adriannxion
- SE Design Verification by @pteerr
- Architecture Note #71
- Around the Web
… plus much more …

https://www.isec.org/space-elevator-newsletter-2025-oct-nov

Presentation videos and slides from our September 6/7 #SpaceElevator conference are now available on our website : https://www.isec.org/2025-isec-conference-videos

Thanks to everyone who participated !

Our September 2025 #SpaceElevator newsletter includes :

- Space Elevator Academic Challenge 2026
- Chief Architect’s Corner
- Project Fibonacci Presentation
- Space Elevator Design Verification, by @pteerr
- History Corner, by David Raitt
- Tether Materials, by @Adriannxion
- ISEC: Body of Knowledge
- Upcoming Events

… plus much more …

https://www.isec.org/space-elevator-newsletter-2025-september

Editors : Sandee Schaeffer , Emily Fisher

STUDENTS : The 2026 Space Elevator Academic Challenge has started !

TOPIC : “Utilizing AI Technologies for a Space Elevator Mission for Planetary Defense”

The International Space Elevator Consortium (ISEC) and the National Space Society (NSS) are challenging high school and university students worldwide to explore how the #SpaceElevator system can enhance the safety of Earth by using AI technologies for Planetary Defense.

PRIZES : Winners will receive
- $2,000 USD for 1st place
- $1,000 USD for 2nd place
- $500 USD for 3rd place.

To enter :
- Submit an abstract by 15th Oct 2025. If accepted...
- Submit a full paper by 15th Jan 2026. If a finalist...
- Submit an audio/video presentation by 15th Feb 2026.

FOR FULL DETAILS go to https://www.isec.org/academic-challenge

"By researching and designing the infrastructure necessary to provide a planetary defense system, students can contribute to solutions that benefit people living on Earth, the Moon, Mars or beyond."

Our August 2025 #SpaceElevator newsletter includes :
- Save the Date : ISEC 2025 (our conference in September)
- Chief Architect’s Corner
- Dennis Wright (our President) Visits GEIC
- Tether Materials (more on Graphene from @Adriannxion )
- History Corner
- Writer’s Circle
- Upcoming Events

… plus much more …

Read it all here : https://www.isec.org/space-elevator-newsletter-2025-august

Editors : Sandee Schaeffer, Emily Fisher

We're back ! ... though we never really went away...

Our July 2025 Space Elevator newsletter includes :
- ISEC Conference
- President’s Note
- Chief Architect’s Corner
- Zotero Update by @pteerr
- ISEC’s Successful ISDC in Orlando
- Tether Materials by @Adriannxion
- World Space Elevator Competitions
- History Corner
- Social Media Update
- Around the Web
- Upcoming Events

… plus much more …

Read it here : https://www.isec.org/space-elevator-newsletter-2025-july

Greetings Mastodon people !

We've been here on Mastodon for over two years now, but it's not working out. We still have only 21 followers, and have had no reaction to our our last two posts.

We have limited time, so must reluctantly take the decision to stop posting here.

Follow this link to see our other social media outlets, our primary platform is LinkedIn : https://www.isec.org/social-media

If you can't follow us elsewhere and REALLY want us to stay here, please comment here before end-July-2025.

If we don't hear anything : goodbye, it was worth a try, have fun, perhaps we'll see you somewhere else !!

Our 2025 #SpaceElevator conference will be VIRTUAL this year, enabling participation from around the world. Join us on September 6th and/or 7th !! (Times to be confirmed).

This is your chance to be a part of the next groundbreaking advancements in space exploration ! The space elevator, a revolutionary concept that has captivated the imagination of scientists and engineers worldwide, holds the key to unlocking the limitless potential of space.

ABSTRACTS are now being accepted : this is your opportunity to contribute to the advancement of this transformative technology, which promises to revolutionize how we explore the cosmos.

Follow this link for more details : https://www.isec.org/events/isec2025 ... or use the QR code to go direct to abstract submission.

This call for proposals is your chance to showcase your innovative ideas and cutting-edge solutions and leave an indelible mark on the future of space exploration. Be part of our mission to push the boundaries of the possible. Submit your abstract today !

Our May 2025 Space Elevator newsletter includes :
- Editor’s Note
- President’s Note
- Chief Architect’s Corner
- “ISEC’s Intern Program has Begun”
- Tether Materials by @Adriannxion
- History Corner
- Solar System Space Elevators by @pteerr
- “Dr. Swan Receives IAF’s Distinguished Service Award”
- ISEC Body of Knowledge

… plus much more …

Editors : Sandee Schaeffer & Emily Fisher

Read it all here : https://www.isec.org/space-elevator-newsletter-2025-may