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Space Rendezvous

                                                    
  

Space Rendezvous is NeurAstra’s dedicated page for sharing updates on past and upcoming events, bringing together science, nature, and space enthusiasts through both NeurAstra-organised events and those we participate in worldwide.
For events related to our educational and research initiatives (KOSMOS+), please visit the KOSMOS+ Events & Gatherings page. 
For events related to the Cassini Tours, please refer to the Cassini Tours page.
For NeurAstra recurring events, check our Perpetual Calendar.



La Semaine du Cerveau

THE EVENT WILL START ON MARCH 16

© Société des Neurosciences


La Semaine du Cerveau
— 28th Edition


Place: France
Date: 16.03.2026 - 22.03.2026
Open to: Public

ABOUT THE EVENT
From 16 to 22 March 2026, the Semaine du Cerveau will celebrate its 28th edition. This annual initiative, coordinated by the Société des Neurosciences across France, is part of an international campaign that has taken place each March since 1999. 

It now involves around 100 countries and more than 120 towns and cities in France. The programme offers a wide range of activities designed to make neuroscience accessible to everyone. These include lectures, round-table discussions, laboratory visits, hands-on experiments, and interactive formats such as podcasts and livestreams. Each edition highlights recent scientific breakthroughs, invites the public to explore the complexities of the brain, and shows how advances in neuroscience resonate with everyday life and society at large. 

The events are aimed at general audiences as well as schools, with special sessions dedicated to pupils and students alongside activities for adults. A number of conferences and discussions are also made available online, extending the reach of the initiative beyond local venues.






The Day of the Map

THE EVENT WILL START ON FEBRUARY 4

© La République des Cartes

The Day of the Map
— La République des Cartes


Place: France
Date: 04.02.2026
Open to: Public

ABOUT THE EVENT
On 4 February 2026, Jour de la Carte will bring together a decentralised, international movement dedicated to unveiling the democratic potential of maps and transforming how we relate to our territories. Across France and around the world, citizens, collectives, institutions and cultural organisations will synchronise activities — from participatory mapping workshops to curated exhibitions, performances and bespoke local actions — all spotlighting the power and politics of cartography.

Whether you’re part of a neighbourhood group, a cultural centre, a school, a research institution or a business, you can join in by hosting an “Atelier : Les cartes qu’il nous faut”, building a map-based exhibition from open collections, or imagining your own map-centred event. Materials and facilitation kits are made available to participants, enabling you to organise a meaningful action tailored to your community.

Through this collective mobilisation, La République des Cartes aims to make visible what is often invisible: the ways maps shape decision-making, resource access, territory and power. By turning maps into tools of engagement and dialogue, this initiative seeks to empower citizens to reimagine, debate and influence the futures of their regions.

Participation is free and open, and organisers can register their events to join the broader map day network.






Swiss Innovation for Astrophysics and Planetary Science

THE EVENT WILL START ON JANUARY 20

© ESA

Swiss Innovation for Astrophysics and Planetary Science
— How to shape the future of astronomical instrumentation


Place: Universal Postal Union, Bern, Switzerland
Date: 20.01.2026 - 22.01.2026
Open to: Public

ABOUT THE EVENT
Drawing on Switzerland’s leadership in astrophysics and engineering, the event brings together scientists, engineers and industry from across national and international programmes to align research needs and technical solutions for both ground-based and space instrumentation. 

Over three days the programme spans big-data, AI and automation; opto-mechanical systems, vacuum & cryogenics, robotics; and photonics, sensing and detectors. This gathering marks a pivotal moment for the Swiss exo-planetary community, strengthening the bridge between scientific challenge and engineering innovation.






Collective Power: Exploring the Art and Allure of Collecting

THE EVENT WILL START ON JANUARY 15

© St Bride Foundation

Collective Power
— Exploring the Art and Allure of Collecting


Place: St Bride Foundation 14 Bride Ln, EC4Y 8EQ London, United Kingdom / Online
Date: 15.01.2026 (08:00 PM - 10:15 PM)
Open to: Public

ABOUT THE EVENT
Featuring speakers including David Pearson, Hugh Miller, Indiana Lawrence, Liz Mosley and The Local Type, the event explores how personal collections, from stickers and found typography to ephemera and design artefacts, influence creative practice and cultural understanding. The programme consists of short, 15-minute talks highlighting the motivations, stories and connections behind collecting.






Neurophysiological Bases of Human Movement 2025

THE EVENT WILL START ON DECEMBER 16

© The Physiological Society

Neurophysiological Bases of Human Movement 2025
— Current Aspects of Human Motor Neurophysiology


Place: King’s College London, London, United Kingdom
Date: 16.12.2025 - 17.12.2025
Open to: Public

ABOUT THE EVENT
Taking place on 16 and 17 December 2025 at King’s College London, this advanced meeting explores the intricate neurophysiology of human movement. The programme delves into how motor behaviour illuminates underlying neurophysiological principles and enhances our understanding of movement disorders. It also showcases the latest neurotechnology innovations transforming both basic and clinical research. 

A standout feature is the point-counterpoint workshop, where high-impact debates will shape consensus papers envisaged for publication in a Physiological Society journal.






Soirée de remise de prix : Bourse de l’Exploration

THE EVENT WILL START ON DECEMBER 12

© Fondation Paul-Émile Victor

Soirée de remise de prix : Bourse de l’Exploration
— Paul-Émile Victor


Place: Climate House, Paris, France
Date: 12.12.2025 (07:00 PM)
Open to: Neurastra Members

ABOUT THE EVENT
The Paul-Émile Victor Exploration Grant Awards Ceremony 2025 will take place on Friday, 12 December at the Climate House. 

Organised by the Fonds de Dotation Paul-Émile Victor, the event marks the official announcement and celebration of the 2025 laureates. 

(Attendance requires prior registration)





23rd Swiss Geoscience Meeting

THE EVENT IS CURRENTLY IN PROGRESS

© Swiss Geoscience

Realigning within Planetary Boundaries
— Equity an Sustainability in Resource Exploration


Place: Bern, Switzerland
Date: 05.12.2025 - 06.12.2025
Open to: Public

ABOUT THE EVENT
The 23rd Swiss Geoscience Meeting, combined with the 7th Swiss Geologists Day, will take place on 5–6 December 2025 in Bern, hosted by the University of Bern in collaboration with the Swiss Academy of Sciences and the Swiss Geologists Association. 

The gathering opens with workshops—such as GEODES on “How language influences perception” and ASG's “Collective Action for Better Science”—followed by plenary lectures centred on the theme “Realigning within Planetary Boundaries: Equity and Sustainability in Resource Exploration” featuring experts like Anouk Borst, Jakub Ciazela, Jens Leifeld and Viola Beccantini. 

On the second day, attendees can engage in 31 scientific symposia spanning all sectors of the geosciences, supported by ~30 exhibitors and networking opportunities, including speed‑interviews with young professionals.






Trésors et secrets d’écriture

THE EVENT IS CURRENTLY IN PROGRESS

© Cité internationale de la langue française

Trésors et secrets d’écriture
— Manuscrits de la Bibliothèque nationale de France, du Moyen Âge à nos jours


Place: Cité internationale de la langue française - Château de Villers-Cotterêts, Villers-Cotterêts, France
Date: 05.11.2025 - 01.03.2026
Open to: Public

ABOUT THE EVENT
This exhibition invites visitors on a journey through ten centuries of french literary and linguistic history. Drawing on over 100 exceptional manuscripts, the exhibition spans from medieval texts to modern works, showcasing how the written word has evolved in form, style, use and expression. Parchement and paper, elegant and unruly scripts alike, illustrations, revisions and marginalia all reveal the physicality and individuality of each document. 

Highlights include scholarly manuscripts, autograph drafts, intimate journals, and correspondence from celebrated authors such as Mme de Sévigné, George Sand, Simone de Beauvoir, Gustave Flaubert, Victor Hugo and others. More than a display of texts, the show explores how manuscripts are both vessels of knowledge and living traces of personal, cultural and creative identity, reminding us of the value in handwriting, mistakes, revisions and the quiet spaces between the lines.






Reading the Sky

THE EXHIBITION IS CURRENTLY IN PROGRESS

© Mucem

Reading the Sky
— Beneath the Stars of the Mediterranean


Place: Mucem, Marseilles, France
Date: 09.07.2025 - 05.01.2026
Open to: Public

ABOUT THE EXHIBITION
“Reading the Sky: Beneath the Stars of the Mediterranean” invites visitors on a mesmerising journey through thousands of years of astronomy, astrology, and sky‐watching across the Mediterranean. From ancient Mesopotamian texts and medieval Arab‐Muslim scholars to the Galilean revolution and today’s popular interest in astrology, the show reveals how societies have used the night sky to make sense of their lives. 

Scientific artefacts, manuscripts, artworks and everyday objects—from the celestial globes and star charts to objects of folklore—intermingle to demonstrate the shared sky culture of this region. Contemporary artists contribute voice and vision, offering reflections on light pollution, cosmic connection and our evolving view of the heavens. The exhibition blends art, science and heritage, urging us to read the sky not just as distant brilliance, but as a mirror of our history, our environment, and our dreams.






Technology in Focus: From Earth to Space

THE EXHIBITION IS CURRENTLY IN PROGRESS

© ETH Zurich

Technology in Focus
— From Earth to Space


Place: ETH Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland
Date: Every Sunday 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Open to: Public

ABOUT THE EXHIBITION
Technology in Focus: From Earth to Space is an engaging exhibition at ETH Zurich that explores the innovative technologies used to study both our planet and outer space. From geophysical instruments revealing Earth's interior to satellite models and student-built rockets, the exhibition highlights how technical advancements deepen our understanding of the Earth and beyond. Held in German with English guided tours available, the exhibition is open to the public every Sunday from 10:00 to 16:00 at ETH Zurich, with free entry.






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