YPSAT

🚀 This week, we had the pleasure of presenting YPSAT-2 to a group of students from the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU)! 🎓🇳🇴 As part of a visit of #ESTEC, organised by ESA Technology, we shared our journey as ESA Young Professionals working on a space mission, with students from the Engineering and ICT 5-year integrated Master's programme. 🌍 Are you a student at a European university and interested in co-organising a session to learn more about YPSAT-2? Drop a comment below - we'd love to hear from you 😊 Let’s inspire the next generations together  ✨ #YPSat2 #ESA #Inspiration #SpaceEducation #FutureSpaceLeaders 

🚀🩸 Can space change the way blood flows in our bodies? In microgravity, astronauts face a higher risk of thrombosis and coronary heart disease—why? Because blood doesn’t flow the same way it does on Earth. At YPSat-2, we’re tackling this mystery with AIM, a system designed to simulate the human cardiovascular system in space. 🔧 Here’s a look at AIM’s CAD model — this 3D model allows us visualize and refine the system components, ensuring everything fits together. AIM’s Key Components for Mission Success 🩸 BMF – Blood mimicking fluid that simulates human blood composition. 🫀 Vein – The core of the experiment, in which the BMF flows. 🔬 Laser – Illuminates BMF particles flowing through the vein. 📸 High-speed & low-speed cameras – Capture blood flow behavior in detail. ⛽ Pump & pump driver – Control the circulation of fluid through the system. ⚙️ Valve – Regulates flow to simulate realistic cardiovascular conditions.  🔋 Electronics – Provides power and manages AIM’s operations. 🛠 Structure – The Primary Structure provides interface to Space Rider, while the Secondary Structure provides mechanical support and stability to internal components.    This is not the final CAD model, but we’re getting closer to a space-ready design! 🚀    #YPSat2 #SpaceResearch #Microgravity #CardiovascularScience #SpaceRider #ESAEducation

From Graduate Trainee to Project Manager! 🎯 Did you know that YPSat-2’s Project Manager, Sofia Lembo, started her ESA journey as a ESA Graduate Trainee with no prior space experience? Fast forward, and she is now leading one of the most exciting young professional-led space projects! 🔧🛰️ The EGT programme is all about growth, hands-on experience and making an impact—just like she is doing with YPSat-2. 💡 🔗 Check out her story: https://lnkd.in/ee-Ggxan #YPSat2 #YoungProfessionals #ESAGraduateTrainee #ESArecruits #SpaceCareers

💡 Want to know what it’s like to be an ESA Graduate Trainee in NAV? Get inspired by our current EGTs!     They come from diverse backgrounds, work across different ESA Navigation offices, and are making a real impact. 🛰️     💬 Thomas Klein is an EGT working in Market Intelligence Analysis. His role focuses on analyzing trends in the navigation industry, identifying opportunities for innovation, and supporting strategic decision-making for future ESA initiatives. Here’s what Thomas shares about his EGT experience: "Working in the Navigation Market #Intelligence team has allowed me to dive deep into all aspects of the domain, greatly expanding my knowledge base while satiating my curiosity. In the recently created Future Programmes Office, my ideas and inputs are valued and I am fully involved. In the Directorate of Navigation, you are surrounded and supported by experts in the field, making every interaction fascinating and rich with learning.   Life as an EGT is filled with opportunities for professional development, such as the YPSAT-2 programme which allows me to be at the heart of a mission that will actually fly in space. Most importantly, traineeships are also filled with social opportunities thanks to the large cohort of young professionals; there is no lack of friends!"    📅 Apply here: https://lnkd.in/dh2BtES4     📌 Apply before: 28 February 2025     #ESARecruits

🎉 Celebrating Women in STEM: YPSat-2 & the International Day of Women and Girls in Science! 👩💻 👩🏫👩🚀👩⚕️ This week, we proudly joined the global celebration of the International Day of Women and Girls in Science—a moment to recognize and amplify the incredible contributions of women shaping the future of STEM. At YPSat-2, we know that diversity drives innovation, and we are thrilled to highlight a woman-driven mission within our team! 💡 📢 Meet Kenza Battaglia, one of our brilliant YPSat-2 members and an ESA Graduate Trainee in Thermal Analysis and Verification. In this exclusive ESA interview, she shares her inspiring journey into space engineering, her role in YPSat-2, and the importance of breaking barriers in STEM. From early inspirations to hands-on work on ESA’s missions, Kenza’s story is a testament to the passion and perseverance of women in space exploration. 🚀 💬 “Everyone is capable of greatness, therefore including each individual without regard for stereotypes, preconception, and convention should stay a priority.” – Kenza Battaglia ✨ 🔗 Read her full interview here: https://bitly.cx/z6UBH Let’s continue to empower and support women and girls in STEM, ensuring the next generation of explorers, scientists and engineers has a seat at the table. 🌍👩🔬🚀 #WomenInSTEM #InternationalDayOfWomenAndGirlsInScience #SpaceForEveryone #YPSat2 #ESA

📢 Join us for the EGT Q&A session tomorrow Interested in applying to the ESA Graduate Traineeship programme? Already thinking to join the YPSat-2 team? ☄️ Tomorrow will be held a Q&A session to answer all your questions regarding the EGT opportunities, including about the YPSat-2 mission. 🚀 You will be able to meet and chat with Sofia Lembo, YPSat-2's project manager, Tatiana Fontana, YPSat-2's payload design engineer and Armin Bakkal, YPSat-1's EMC engineer.  📅12 February, Wednesday.  🕰️17:00 CET.  📺Watch live on YouTube 👉 https://bitly.cx/Kkx8G   We are looking forward to seeing you online! #ESArecruits #YPSat2 #SpaceCareers #ESAOpportunities

Unveiling the YPSat-2 Mission Patch! ✨ Can you spot our 2️⃣ payloads: AIM, advancing medical research🧬💉, and LEOrigin, exploring the secrets of life's origins 🌱🔬? Thanks to the support and technical expertise of ESA Technology, both payloads will fly aboard #SpaceRider 🚀, demonstrating not only cutting-edge innovation but also the strength of cross-directorate collaboration within European Space Agency - ESA 🤝. This marks the continuity in the Young Professional Satellites Program, fostering a shared sense of belonging among ESA’s junior professionals across all ESA sites in Europe🌍. #YPSat2 #ESA #SpaceRider #SpaceExploration #TEC #HRE #SCI 

🎉Join us for a special Live Q&A on February 12th! 🗓️ We will be joined by current YPSat-2 members and YPSat-1 alumni to dive deep into the exciting world of the ESA Graduate Trainee, EGT. 🚀 In the meantime, check out the EGT website for more details and updates! ✨ Stay tuned - this is an opportunity you won’t want to miss! 🪐 #YPSat2  #EGT #newYGT  #SpaceCommunity #ESA

What better way to kick off 2025 than with the ultimate 2️⃣for1️⃣ space deal?  YPSat-2: One team, one mission, two payloads! 🚀    That’s right, the Young Professional Satellite is back with a new team for a new mission carrying 2️⃣ payloads.   🔬 AIM (Angiology in Microgravity):   What happens to blood flow and the heart in space? AIM will investigate how space conditions influence blood flow and cardiovascular health. Findings aim to enhance astronaut safety in space but also revolutionise heart treatments right here on Earth 🌍 - a mission with double the benefits!     🧬 LEOrigin (Illuminating Life’s Origins):  Ever wondered how life might have begun? LEOrigin will recreate the conditions of asteroids and comets by transforming simple molecules into life's building blocks. Results could provide insights into the origins of life — unlocking secrets of the emergence of life on the Earth, the early Solar System ☀️, the Martian surface🪐 and beyond!    🚧 Our mission is currently under development, in the Critical Design Phase, working hard to bring this mission to life!    📢 Stay tuned for updates and join us on this exciting journey! - The YPSat-2 Team #YPSat2 #SpaceScience #AIM #LEOrigin #SpaceExploration #ESA #YoungProfessionals 

🚀 Last week, the YPSAT team was in Milan, Italy, to share our latest achievements at the International Astronautical Congress #IAC2024! #YPSat was thrilled to present two papers showcasing the progress of our missions with a global audience spanning from the European Space Agency - ESA to all sectors of the space industry 🛰️✨   Remember YPSat-1? 🌍 Daniel Wischert presented the incredible success of this pioneering mission, which flew on the inaugural flight of #Ariane6. The presentation captivated a diverse audience of space enthusiasts, professionals, and future leaders. Curious to dive deeper? 😏 Check the interactive poster here: https://lnkd.in/e9abBHYu   But we’re not stopping there! 🚀 YPSat-2 is coming soon, and we’re taking things to the next level. Uma Cladellas Sanjuan presented this mission which will run cutting-edge scientific experiments in space. She focused on LEOrigin, one of two payload proposals for YPSat-2.    How will YPSat-2 build on the success of its predecessor? 🤔 Stay tuned for more updates—there’s plenty more to come! 😉