CALL FOR PAPERS
Beyond Earth, Within Reach: Scaling the Space Economy
Conference Dates
March 1–3, 2026
Location: The University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH)
Conference Overview
The Business of Space Conference 2026 invites submissions of business-related research on the New Space Economy. We aim to explore how space industry stakeholders can collaborate and innovate to scale the space economy.
Call for Papers Inquiries?
Ravi Patnayakuni, Conference Co-Chair
256.824.6155
Conference Topics
We welcome submissions related to commercial research on the broadly defined New Space Economy. Empirical and theoretical contributions from all business disciplines will be considered, including but not limited to:
- Economics
- Accounting
- Strategic management
- Finance
- Marketing
- Information systems
- Supply Chain Management, Operations, & Decision Sciences
- Space Law and Policy
- Public-Private Sector Coordination & Intergovernmental Relations
- International Trade & Relations
- Risk Management
Submissions should reflect the latest research in space commerce, fitting the conference theme of fostering collaboration and synergies between academic, industry, and government stakeholders in the space sector.
Submission Information
Researchers are encouraged to submit completed draft papers, extended abstracts (minimum 500 words), or session proposals on topics related to the intersection of business and space exploration. Submissions will be reviewed on a rolling basis up until the deadline.
Important Dates
- Submission deadline: January 15, 2026
- Notification of acceptance: January 31, 2026
