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Welcome
Welcome to the International Academy of Space Studies – International Academy of Space Studies (IASS). We are an institution with broad research objectives, courses and dissemination of space activities, from a multidisciplinary perspective and with an emphasis on four pillars: space policy, space technology, entrepreneurship and space law.
The emergence of new space actors, in the light of global governance, and the effective awakening of the private sector's interest in space business, both from investors and entrepreneurs, impacts the classic structures of International Space Law, highlighting the relevant role of national space regulations and international organizations for the operationalization of sustainable and successful activities in outer space.
Space issues, in fast-paced and multifaceted movement, need to be constantly revisited in light of the new reality brought about by emerging technologies and the constant occupation of the space frontier, which create previously non-existent tensions between nations.
In this scenario, IASS, an institution focused on the pragmatic and theoretical-prospective vision of activities in outer space, has the honor of inviting students, professionals, public and private entities to participate in this journey to improve their professional capabilities, collaborate with the protection of the space ecosystem, support space activities in the country and internationally.
Maria Helena Fonseca de S. Rolim
President of IASS
About
The IASS, a non-profit civil association, founded in 2021, in Brazil, with headquarters in Santa Catarina, was created, prima facie, to fill the knowledge gap about space activities in Portuguese-speaking countries. Moment when the first Memorandum of Understanding was signed with the Faculty of Law of the Lusófona University of Lisbon.
Based on this experience, Luso-Brazilian seminars have already been presented to encourage the development of studies, research and academic work that have spatial activities, directly or indirectly, by theme in order to contribute to the development of the country, with the integration of speaking countries. Portuguese and the international community. An important mission for the inclusion of Portuguese-speaking countries in this new economic perspective.
Purposes
The IASS aims to:
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Encourage projects compatible with your Statute (PT / EN);
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Promote conferences, training, courses and specialized centers in the space area;
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Promote the edition and publication of technical-scientific and legal studies;
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Stimulate exchange between professionals from different areas related to space activities;
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Promote cooperation, exchange and integration between different operators of law, state agents and researchers;
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Support the interface between industry and academic and entrepreneurship entities;
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Encourage cooperation and exchange with Institutions in Brazil and abroad;
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Stimulate the use of arbitration, including the creation and management of an Arbitration Chamber;
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Create a Reference Center in the area of Space Law to deal with emerging factual situations resulting from new space activities;
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Create a center of doctrinal studies to encourage the evolution of thinking related to defense activities in the space domain.
IASS Board
PhD in International Law from USP (1993). UN legal adviser for over 30 years. She was a professor of International Law at USP, professor of Space Law at ITA and of Law of the Sea at the Scandinavian Institute of Maritime Law at the University of Oslo in Norway.
Maria Helena Rolim
president
José Vagner Vital
Vice president
Director of Defense
IASS Vice President and Director of Defense. General Officer of the Air Force Reserve with 38 years of experience in the aerospace segment as a Military Pilot and Electronic Engineer by ITA. Master in High Frequency Engineering from Technishe Universität München (TUM).
Lawyer and businesswoman with over 10 years of experience in the space sector. She holds a postgraduate degree in International Law and International Trade from the University of Lisbon, Portugal, in Public International Law from the Academy of The Hague, Netherlands, a Master's degree in Air and Space Law from the International Institute of Air and Space Law from the University of Leiden, Netherlands and completed the prestigious space studies program at the International Space University (ISU). She is a mentor of the United Nations Space4women program in the areas of entrepreneurship and space law, member of Women in Aerospace in Europe and the International Institute of Space Law (IISL)
Ana Cristina Galhego Rosa
Director of Entrepreneurship
Lawyer, graduated in Law from PUC GO, professor, private aircraft pilot, researcher and columnist. Specialist in Civil Law and in National and International Aeronautical Law and in Special Law at ITA, and in Policy and Strategy by ADESG-GO. President of the OAB-GO Space and Aeronautical Law Commission.
CFO
Georges de Moura Ferreira
Petrônio Noronha de Souza
Academic Director
Graduated in Mechanical Engineering, Master in Space Sciences/Orbital Mechanics by INPE and PhD by Cranfield University (UK). He was a member of the Scientific Technical Council, professor and head of the Integration and Testing Laboratory (LIT) at INPE. He was Director of Space Policy and Strategic Investments at the Brazilian Space Agency (AEB).
Fábio Komatsu Falkenburger
Lawyer, graduated in Law from PUC SP and Master in Law with emphasis in Financial Market. Specialist in Aeronautical Law and Airports, his work consists of structuring proposals and commercial operations, leasing and financing of aircraft, engines, vessels and other types of equipment.
Antônio Manuel by J. C. dos Santos
Doctorate in International Law from the University of Santiago de Compostela. Specialist in International Humanitarian Law, with the International Military Course on the Law of Armed Conflicts given at the International Institute of Humanitarian Law (Sanremo, Italy), the Course on International Law of Armed Conflicts, given by the Superior School of War (Brasília, Brazil) and is Auditor of National Defense of Portugal.
Director of Environmental Applications and Economy of the Sea
Conceição Soares Fatela
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