From 2025 to 2026
A Year of Discovery, Learning, and Expansion
CHRONICLE
From the mountains of Andorra
to the volcanic landscapes of Lanzarote, from underground caves to architectural marvels, NeurAstra had a busy year:
- 8 new Cassini Tours were organised to explore heritage sites and innovation across Europe,
- 3 major programmes were launched to advance experiential research,
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2 field expeditions tested human adaptability and team dynamics in extreme environments,
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2 educational workshops hosted by NeurAstra brought together explorers and young space enthusiasts,
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10 books/1 year dedicated to Jules Verne with The Dog-Ear Club,
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and more than 50 new books and assets joined our library thanks to a generous donation from Z-Library!
Here are some highlights from this year’s standout initiatives:
© NeurAstra
Cassini Tours
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Eight Journeys Through Heritage and Innovation
Throughout 2025, we embarked on curated Cassini Tours, each offering a unique window into the intersection of human creativity, engineering prowess, and cultural heritage. From underground dwellings to architectural masterpieces, from industrial heritage to spiritual sanctuaries, these expeditions revealed diverse stories of human ingenuity:
Currents of Innovation: Tracing Andorra's Electric Legacy
MW Museo de la Electricidad / Camino Hidroeléctrico de Engolasters, Encamp/Escaldes-Engordany, Andorra
Meritxell: The Modernity of Faith
Basílica Santuario de Meritxell, Meritxell, Andorra
Beneath the Surface
Cuevas de Paterna, Paterna, Spain
A Journey Through Geometry and Light
Muralla Roja, Calpe, Spain
Inside the Paccard Bell Foundry
Fonderie Paccard, Sevrier, France
The Story of a Sweet Tradition
Museo del Turrón y el Chocolate, Agramunt, Spain
Llorts Iron Mine Exploration
Mina de Llorts / Ruta del Ferro, Llorts, Ordino, Andorra
The Ideal Palace of Postman Cheval
Palais idéal, Hauterives, France
Explore our Cassini Programme
© Don Pettit — Comet C/2023 A3 on atmosphere's edge, as seen from the ISS.
Voices of Spacefarers
— Designing Space for Humans, With Humans
The launch and development of Voices of Spacefarers created a platform for sharing the experiences and perspectives of those who have ventured beyond Earth's atmosphere. This programme provides unique insights into human space exploration, bridging the gap between the general public and the extraordinary individuals who have witnessed our planet from orbit and beyond.
Discover Voices of Spacefarers
© NeurAstra — Haptica Terra
HAPTICA TERRA
— Exploring the Tactile Connection Between Humans and Environments
Haptica Terra emerged as an initiative, successfully securing grant funding to pursue innovative research in tactile experience and environmental engagement. This programme investigates how haptic interactions shape our understanding of landscapes and natural environments, opening new avenues for sensory-based learning and accessibility in field research.
Discover the Project
© NeurAstra — Spark of an Idea
NeurAstra Educational Programme (NAEP)
— Educational Research Programme
“Any man could, if he were so inclined,
be the sculptor of his own brain.”
Santiago Ramón y Cajal
The launch of NAEP II brought together international students in a comprehensive educational experience. Building upon the success of the inaugural Feynman Promotion, this programme expanded our global reach whilst fostering cross-cultural exchange and collaborative learning, establishing NeurAstra as a hub for students seeking innovative approaches to education and research.
We are also thrilled to announce the launch of our second edition in 2025: the Cajal Promotion.
© NeurAstra — Excursion in the eastern Pyrenees mountain range and Lanzarote.
Analogue Training & Navigational Skills (ANTS)
— Excursion in the Andorran and Spanish Pyrenees
The ATNS-I project represents NeurAstra’s first field study exploring human adaptability in mountain and high-altitude environments, focusing on cognitive performance, physiological responses, and team cohesion under environmental stress. Conducted in the Andorran and Spanish Pyrenees, the project aimed to address the challenges faced in isolated, confined, and extreme (ICE) environments, drawing parallels to space missions. Using Ecological Momentary Assessment (EMA) tools and wearable devices, we gathered real-time data that provided interesting insights, laying the groundwork for deeper investigations in future ATNS projects.
Discover the Project
This project is part of the Specteore SYSTEM. Discover here our different SYSTEMS.
What’s Next?
The new year has just begun, but we already have a packed schedule!
2025 promises to bring new initiatives to life—and, we hope, spark fresh ideas.
1/ © NeurAstra — 'Celestography in the Alps', a Cassini Tour project. 2/ © NeurAstra — The Dog Ear Club (Constellation Reading). 3/ © ESA/Thomas Pesquet — Inspiration for our 'Design Your Patch to the Stars' workshop. 4/ © André des Gachons — The father of our 'Celestography' movement. 5/ © NeurAstra — ATNS-II.
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© NeurAstra 2026