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SPAICE 2026
Third Conference on AI in and for Space
SPAICE 2026 is the Space Artificial Intelligence and Cognitive Engineering conference organized by ESA, focusing on the integration of artificial intelligence and cognitive technologies in space systems. It brings together researchers, engineers, and industry experts to present and discuss innovative applications of AI in space exploration, operations, and mission design.
Key deadlines
Verified September 9, 2026Full paper
March 9, 2026
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Submission and decisions
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Contribution paths
A strong submission should clearly identify its contribution and evaluate it appropriately.
Short Papers
Preliminary results, innovative ideas, or work-in-progress, up to 5 pages.
Poster Presentations
Visual summaries of research for interactive discussion, accompanied by a 2-page extended abstract.
Industry Track
Case studies, technology demonstrations, or applied solutions from industry partners, up to 8 pages.
Workshop Proposals
Proposals for standalone workshops on emerging topics in space AI, including format and objectives.
Research areas in scope
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AI for Space Systems
Autonomous spacecraft and roversAI-driven mission planning and operationsCognitive systems for space situational awarenessAI in satellite constellation managementIntelligent data processing for Earth observationAI for space traffic management
02
AI in Space Science
AI for astronomical data analysisMachine learning in planetary scienceAI-assisted signal processing in astrophysicsAutomated discovery in space science datasets
03
Human-AI Interaction in Space
Cognitive assistants for astronautsHuman-centered AI design for space missionsTrust and transparency in space AI systemsAI for crew health and performance monitoring
04
AI Ethics, Safety, and Standards
Ethical frameworks for space AISafety-critical AI verification and validationAI certification for space applicationsRegulatory and policy challenges in space AI
05
AI Technologies and Tools
Neural networks and deep learning for spaceReinforcement learning in space environmentsEdge AI and on-board processingAI software tools and platforms for space
Policies worth checking twice
- All submissions must be anonymous for blind peer review (no author names or affiliations in the main document).
- Papers must not be under review or submitted to another conference or journal concurrently.
- Accepted papers must be presented in person at the conference.
- Author lists cannot be changed after the submission deadline without explicit approval from the program chairs.
- Authors must include a statement on the use of AI tools in the preparation of their submission.
Official sources
Compiled from the official call for papers. The organizers’ pages remain authoritative.
Last verified September 9, 2026