🚀 Today marked a significant step in the collaboration between the Polska Agencja Kosmiczna (POLSA) and the Philippine Space Agency (PhilSA)! 🌍 PhilSA Dir. Gen. Joel Marciano Jr. and POLSA Pres. Michał Wierciński signed MoU on cooperation in the exploration and peaceful uses of outer space🤝✨

The agreement outlines key areas of collaboration, including: 🌏 Earth observation and remote sensing 🔭 Space science and exploration of outer space 🛰️ Promotion of the space industry 🎓 Promotion of space education

This partnership paves the way for groundbreaking initiatives in space technology, scientific research, and industry development, fostering innovation and growth for both nations. Together, we’re reaching for the stars! 🌌🇵🇱🇵🇭 #SpaceExploration #EarthObservation #SpaceEducation

The Philippine Space Agency (PhilSA) congratulates the achievements of its two (2) AD ASTRA scholars, Mr. Fritz Rhaem M. Olivar and Mr. Angelo Ryan S. Velasco, who successfully completed their master’s degrees. ✨

A welcome reception and knowledge sharing session was held for the scholars during the Agency’s monthly CosmicKapihan on 09 December 2024. Read more here: philsa.gov.ph/news/philsa-ce… #YamangKalawakan

The Philippine Space Agency (PhilSA) generated a map of possible ashfall extent due to the recent eruptive activity of the Kanlaon Volcano.

The map shows possible ashfall extent in the barangays of Ilijan, Mailum, and Ma-ao in Bago City, Negros Occidental as seen by Sentinel-2 optical imagery captured on 14 December 2024 at 10:22 AM.

Please be advised that the accuracy of this map is still subject to field validation. Follow PHIVOLCS-DOST for official updates and information. You may access the high-resolution version of the maps and shapefiles here: bit.ly/49OdBmD

READ: PhilSA DG Joel Marciano, Jr. Dr. Marciano’s interview w/ Sentinel Asia during the 9th JPTM last November 2024. Dr. Marciano talks about the Philippine Space Policy, the practical uses of space technology for the country, and the importance of regional cooperation through Sentinel Asia.

Read the full interview: sentinel-asia.org/interview/inte… Sentinel Asia is an international initiative by the Asia-Pacific Regional Space Agency Forum (APRSAF) that supports disaster risk reduction and management activities in the Asia-Pacific region using space technology and Web GIS.

Since January 2023, PhilSA has been a Data Provider Node (DPN) member of Sentinel Asia. 🛰️

It's Day 2⃣ of our Regional Seminar in Manila! Today we are talking about Space security and the control of dual-use technologies, with Prof. Aoki, Dr. Putro, Alexandre Houdayer and 🇵🇭Philippine Space Agency's Director Dr Marciano PhilSA DG Joel Marciano, Jr..🚀🛰️

📸 ICYMI: HugNayan Space Science Fora with Dr. Michael Rutkowski, Associate Professor of Astronomy from the Minnesota State University, Mankato.

Dr. Rutkowski discussed advancements in astrophysics, particularly galaxy evolution research using observatories, and explored the formation and evolution of massive galaxies, as well as the impact of small galaxies on cosmic element evolution.

He also highlighted how Filipino students can engage in astrophysics through both new and existing methods. Watch the webinar here: youtube.com/live/a_3vd4LzX…

PhilSA’s HugNayan sessions aim to expand and strengthen the know-how on research and activities in the field of SSTA and adjacent areas, deepening our understanding on how #YamangKalawakan impacts our country. ✨

🇸🇮 🇵🇭 READ: PhilSA, Slovenia explore space tech collaboration for environmental protection and management 🛰️

On 10 March, PhilSA met w/ Slovenian Ambassador to the 🇵🇭 H.E. Smiljana Knez & SPACE-SI Dir. Dr. Tomaž Rodič to explore partnership opportunities, e.g., joint satellite development & data processing innovations to space tech applications for environmental protection & management.

Dr. Rodič discussed Slovenia’s expertise in Digital Twin Models, focusing on innovative ways to enhance the countries' disaster resilience, deforestation monitoring, and river basin management using satellite-based Earth observation (EO) data.

By fostering new international partnerships, PhilSA is driving the integration of space technology as a vital tool for protecting the country’s natural resources and bolstering disaster resilience.