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International Space Development Conference
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<p>The International Space Development Conference (ISDC) is the annual conference of the <a href="/facts/National_Space_Society/rh5cw1CL">National Space Society</a> (NSS). Now in its 41st year, these conferences connect the general public and the NSS membership with leaders of contemporary space efforts. The ISDC provides a nexus for industry, government, scientists, advocates, and the public to meet and discuss the latest issues in space technology, science, policy, commerce, medicine, exploration, settlement and much more. Winners of the annual <a href="/facts/NSS_Space_Settlement_Contest/SNmFEGmb">NSS Space Settlement Contest</a> attend and give lectures at the conference, with several interesting activities and programs. With <a href="/facts/National_Space_Society/rh5cw1CL">National Space Society</a>'s major goal being to accelerate the process of space exploration and development they also foster astronautics for students by encouraging them and getting them involved. </p>