PROJECT OVERVIEW
This project explores strategic solutions to expand the opportunity landscape for the International Space Station (ISS). By analyzing economic, environmental, and technological factors, the initiative aims to create sustainable frameworks that enhance long-term space operations. Through interdisciplinary research and strategic foresight, the project identifies pathways for innovation, commercialization, and accessibility in space. The goal is to bridge gaps between policy, design, and technology, fostering a more inclusive and resilient space economy. This work-in-progress project leverages systems thinking, human-centered design, and speculative design to propose actionable strategies for the future of space exploration and habitation.
This project showcases my expertise in strategic design, management, leadership, facilitation, systems thinking, and research.
PROJECT OUTCOME
(WIP)
The project is currently in development, with eventual goals to build strategic solutions for the ISS that:
Expand commercialization and business opportunities
Improve sustainability and resource management
Enhance international collaboration and policy integration
Create inclusive pathways for new stakeholders in space economies
COLLABORATORS
This project is being developed under the External Engagement Studio at Parsons School of Design, in partnership with NASA’s International Space Station. Contributions to this initiative have been made by Swasti, Anisha, Ren, Michelle, Abhishek, Khush, Saniya, Meha, Shoro, Dhruvi, Shruti, Henry, Nana, Hussein, Prerana, and Yasmeen.
The project has been guided and facilitated at every stage by our professor, Mark Kroeckel and Christie Cox and Lynn Harper, NASA, ISS.
Methodology
This project employs a mixed-methods research approach, combining qualitative and quantitative analysis to assess challenges and opportunities in space expansion. Utilizing systems thinking, speculative design, and business model innovation, the methodology includes literature reviews, stakeholder interviews, trend analysis, and scenario planning to develop strategic solutions.
