LONG FUTURE CONFERENCE 2024

Is there a single endeavour greater than safeguarding the future of life itself?

October 24-25, 2024

Oxfordshire, United Kingdom

During the 2024 conference, we will:

  • Discuss space research pushing life towards the next evolutionary step

  • Present free hosted payload opportunities on orbital LFI mission

  • Focused workshops for delegate payloads on orbital LFI mission

  • Announce winners for best paper / poster submissions (£10,000 in awards)

  • Conduct an industrial tour of the Harwell Space Cluster

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Long Future Conference

2025: October 23-24

2026: October 22-23

2027: October 21-22

Agenda

October 25th, Friday:

October 24th, Thursday:

Keynote Speakers

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Registration

Registration Includes

  • Admission to all Conference Sessions

  • Conference swag!

  • Program materials

  • Sponsor giveaways

  • Breakfast and Refreshment breaks

  • Site Tour of Harwell Space Cluster

Conference Paper & Poster Submission

  • Abstract Deadline: June 3rd, 2024

  • Acceptance Notification: June 17th, 2024

  • Paper/Poster Submission: October 7th, 2024

Awards:

In recognition of exceptional contributions at the Long Future Conference 2024, we are excited to award monetary prizes for outstanding papers and posters. Three distinguished papers will receive a commendation along with a reward of £3,000 each, while two exemplary posters will be honoured with a prize of £500 each.

The selection of the prize winners will be guided by the originality and significance of the submissions. To maintain diversity in the winners' pool, no single author will be awarded more than one prize. It is also noteworthy that submissions lacking substantial distinction from prior publications will be considered ineligible for these awards.

Useful Information

Location: Goring Village Hall, Oxfordshire, RG8 9AG, UK

We are delighted to host the conference in the twin villages of Goring & Streatley, nestled on opposite banks of the serene River Thames. Protected by designation, these villages lie within an "Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty", a testament to their remarkable scenic charm. Recognised as among the most picturesque villages in the United Kingdom, Goring & Streatley offer an enchanting backdrop to our gathering.

While the conference stands as a key focal point, your stay promises to be equally impactful. Immersed in such breath-taking surroundings, attendees can anticipate a memorable experience beyond the realms of conference discourse.

Hotels: The Swan, Miller of Mansfield, Bull Inn, Townsend Farmhouse (all walking distance from conference).

Travel Options: Direct and regular trains from London Paddington to Goring & Streatley or Didcot. Hire cars available in Didcot.

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