FLORIDA : An Omani delegation shortlisted for NASA’s Space Apps Challenge “Ibra 2024” visited the Kennedy Space Center in Florida as part of their sixth-day scientific tour in the United States.
The teams met with retired U.S. astronaut Colonel Woody Spring, who shared his extensive experience in space missions, advanced training, and complex extravehicular activities.
The delegation conducted scientific experiments at the Gateway: Deep Space Launch Complex, where participants engaged in interactive simulated missions to Mars, Saturn, and TRAPPIST-1 through immersive audiovisual experiences.
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They also attended IMAX® astronomy screenings featuring James Webb Space Telescope imagery, exploring fundamental questions about the universe’s origins and potential extraterrestrial life. The visit concluded with HYPERDECK virtual reality sessions, simulating lunar landings and mineral collection in a multisensory environment.
Dr. Fatma Nasser Al Harthy, Deputy Chair of NASA’s Space Apps Challenge – Ibra, noted that Omani youth can still participate in this extraordinary experience through the next hackathon edition, scheduled for 4-5 October 2025 at the University branch in Ibra.
She emphasized that NASA’s challenge serves as a platform to transform ideas into innovations benefiting humanity, offering Omani youth opportunities to represent their nation globally and pursue their aerospace ambitions.
