Coimbra brings together international personalities from space exploration, science, and innovation

Coimbra will host the GLEX Ignition 2026, featuring international experts like NASA's Kelsey Young and ESA's Andreas Mogensen to discuss space exploration. The event aims to address lunar exploration, extraterrestrial life, and technology's role in planetary protection. Manuel Vaz highlighted Coimbra's historical significance in knowledge production. The summit will include discussions on Venus exploration and the search for habitable planets. Local leaders see this as a chance to connect Coimbra's scientific community with global innovators, enhancing the region's role in advanced science and technology.