NASA Space Apps Challenge 2025 – Zurich second year edition.

For the second time, after succesful event in 2024, and more than 10 projects submitted locally, Switzerland in Zurich again will host the NASA Space Apps Challenge, where innovators, developers, scientists, designers, students, and creatives come together to solve real challenges on Earth and in space using open data from NASA and partner space agencies. Date: October 4–5, 2025 Location: Zurich (offline & online participation possible) Global Theme: Solving for Earth with Space

What is Space Apps?

NASA Space Apps is a 48-hour global hackathon that engages tens of thousands of participants across 150+ countries. Teams work on challenges covering areas such as:

• Earth observation & climate action
• Space exploration & robotics
• AI, data & technology for science
• Human health & future of life in space

Whether you’re a coder, designer, engineer, storyteller, or space enthusiast, you’ll find a challenge where your skills make a difference.

Why Join in Zurich?

• Be part of the first-ever Zurich edition
• Connect with a global community of innovators
• Collaborate in interdisciplinary teams
• Access NASA’s open data and resources
• Win local prizes & compete for global recognition by NASA

Who Can Join?

Everyone is welcome — from high school students to professionals, beginners to experts. No previous space or coding experience required — just curiosity, creativity, and teamwork!

How to Register

1. Click Register and create account at the platform www.spaceappschallenge.org
2. Chose Zurich location and fill small form there https://linkly.link/2E8Px Closer to the date, you’ll receive access to the official NASA Space Apps platform to select challenges and form teams.
3. After that you are all set for the hackathon!

Let’s solve for Earth and space — together in Zurich!

Learn more about the global program: www.spaceappschallenge.org

Venue update. The hackathon will be in Community event space, final awards at the big Conference hall. Registration for the hackathon at the official website, please create account and choose Zurich as your location :https://linkly.link/2E8Px. Registration is mandatory

Are you getting ready for the NASA Space Apps Challenge 2025? 🚀

Whether it’s your very first hackathon or you’re aiming to take your project even further this year, this webinar will help you and your team start strong and stay on track.

We’re excited to introduce Alan Geirnaert – full-stack developer, aspiring scientific software engineer, and passionate space enthusiast. In 2024, Alan was part of CosmicClassroom, the Global Nominee team at NASA Space Apps in Zurich. This year, he returns as an Expert Mentor for the Swiss edition of Space Apps.

🌟 In this session, Alan will share practical strategies to help you succeed: ✨ How to prepare before the hackathon even begins ✨ Where to find reliable, high-quality datasets ✨ How to turn big ideas into a working solution in just 48 hours ✨ The most common pitfalls to avoid so your team stays focused

🌌 Join us on 30 August at 18:00 CET and walk away with a clear game plan to make the most of your NASA Space Apps Challenge 2025 journey. ✅ Register for the webinar: https://linkly.link/2E8VX

✅ How to Register for NASA Space Apps Challenge 2025:

1. Visit the official website and create your account: https://linkly.link/2E5gn
2. Select Switzerland and find the Zurich location
3. Click “Join this Location” and fill out the short registration form

📬 Once these steps are complete—you’re all set! 🌟 Stay Updated!

💡 Global Challenges: https://www.spaceappschallenge.org/ 💼 Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://linkly.link/2E5iJ

👍 Like, share, and comment to spread the word! 🛰️ Let’s innovate together - for Earth and beyond. May the force (and science) be with you! 🌌

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