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ESA Phi-Lab NL

Episode 1
Why is ESA Phi-Lab coming to the Netherlands Pedro Lacerda talks about ESA Phi-Lab’s presence in the Netherlands and its role in driving applied research and innovation.
  • Maaike Smelter & Martijn Leinweber
    Host
  • Pedro Lacerda (ESA Phi-Lab NL)
    Guest

The first episode of Uncover Space dives into the ESA Phi-Lab. Hosts Maaike Smelter and Martijn Leinweber are joined by Pedro Lacerda to discuss what makes the Phi-Lab unique, why it’s being established in the Netherlands, and what it means for the local ecosystem. 

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Episode 1
ESA Phi-Lab NL
Why is ESA Phi-Lab coming to the Netherlands Pedro Lacerda talks about ESA Phi-Lab’s presence in the Netherlands and its role in driving applied research and innovation.
February 20, 2025
Episode 2
Space Exploration with Philippe Schoonejans
Philippe Schoonejans reflects on more than 30 years at ESA and what lies ahead for Europe in space.
March 21, 2025
Episode 3
GNSS: Global Navigation Satellite Systems and Europe
Charlotte Pouwels from CGI Nederland explains what makes Galileo essential for Europe and how GNSS impacts our daily lives.
April 22, 2025
Episode 4
Space Entrepreneurship
Micha Heilman shares lessons from working with early-stage founders in the space sector and what helps them move forward.
May 23, 2025
Episode 5
ESA ESTEC Open Day: Behind the Scenes
Anja Appelt shares what makes the Open Day unique, what visitors can expect, and how it connects to NL Space Week and the wider Dutch space community.
September 16, 2025