The NASA Space Apps Challenge returns to Milan, bringing together students, developers, designers, researchers, and enthusiasts from all disciplines for 48 hours of creativity, collaboration, and innovation.
Organized by NASA in collaboration with major international space agencies, including ESA and ASI, the competition invites participants to use real, open-source scientific data to develop innovative solutions to challenges facing Earth and space.
The theme of the 2026 edition, “The Next Frontier”, encourages participants to explore new scientific and technological frontiers, from Earth to the Moon, Mars, and beyond.
Participation is free and open to everyone, regardless of age, educational background, or experience. Participants will work in teams, with the opportunity to advance to the international evaluation stage and compete for the NASA Space Apps Global Awards.
For more information and to register for the Milan event, visit the official NASA Space Apps Challenge website.