In 2020, we celebrate a humbling anniversary: 20 years of continuous human presence in space. This era has enabled tremendous activity onboard the ISS—research and technology development that improves quality of life on Earth and will empower us to reach farther into the depths of space, the birth and growth of businesses devoted to democratizing low Earth orbit, and educational initiatives that have inspired millions of students to reach for the stars.
In this series of essays, we asked thought leaders, business owners, and members of the ISS community to share their expectations and hopes for what is to come over the next 20 years. We invite you to explore these visionary projections about humanity’s shared future in space!