8th Edition of the POLSA Competition for Space Innovators

The Polish Space Agency (POLSA) is accepting applications until 31 October for the 8th edition of the POLSA President’s Award Competition for the best thesis in the field of space research. The competition aims to recognize the most talented young scientists and support the development of Polish science and technology related to space. Authors of the most innovative projects will receive distinctions and gain an opportunity to promote their achievements within the national space sector.

POLSA President’s Award for the Best Thesis in Space Research (8th Edition)
A competition for those who see their future in the space industry

The award is granted for theses that make a real contribution to the development of the national space sector and to the dissemination of knowledge and innovation in this field. Organized for the eighth time, the competition is open to graduates of Polish universities. It is a unique opportunity to present original research achievements to experts and the academic community, as well as a chance to begin a career in the dynamically developing space industry.

Applications open until 31 October
Submissions for the 8th edition of the competition are accepted until 31 October 2025 (11:59:59 PM) exclusively via the online application form available on the POLSA website.
Detailed information, regulations, the schedule, and the application form template can be found both on the Polish Space Agency’s website and in the Public Information Bulletin (BIP POLSA).
The winners will be announced before 12 December 2025.

For additional information, please contact the POLSA Department of Research and Innovation at:

📧 Jeremiasz.Merkel@polsa.gov.pl
📞 +48 786 803 654