Planetary Science Vision 2050 Workshop program

LUNAR AND PLANETARY INSTITUTE

Program

Planetary Science Vision 2050 Workshop

February 27-28 and March 1, 2017 Washington, DC

Organizer Lunar and Planetary Institute

Conveners James Green

NASA Planetary Science Division Doris Daou

NASA Planetary Science Division

Science Organizing Committee Stephen Mackwell, Universities Space Research Association

Carrie Anderson, NASA Goddard Space Flight Center David Beaty, NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory

John Falker, NASA Headquarters Bill Farrell, NASA Goddard Space Flight Center

Anthony Freeman, NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory Shawn Domagai-Goldman, NASA Goddard Space Flight Center

Dana Hurley, Johns Hopkins University- Applied Physics Laboratory Brook Lakew, NASA Goddard Space Flight Center

Kurt Lindstrom, Johns Hopkins University- Applied Physics Laboratory Amy Mainzer, NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory

Larry Nittler, Carnegie Institute for Science- Department of Terrestrial Magnetism Gregory Schmidt, NASA Ames Research Center

Christophe Sotin, NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory Julie Stopar, Lunar and Planetary Institute

Lunar and Planetary Institute 3600 Bay Area Boulevard Houston TX 77058-1113

Abstracts for this workshop are available via the workshop website at

www.hou.usra.edu/meetlngsN2050/

Abstracts can be cited as

Author A. B. and Author C. D. (2017) Title of abstract. In Planetary Science Vision 2050 Workshop, Abstract #X.XXX. LPI Contribution No. 1989, Lunar and Planetary Institute, Houston.

Guide to Sessions

Monday, February 27, 2017

8:30a.m. Auditorium

9:00 a.m. Auditorium


1:30 p.m. Auditorium

3:45p.m. Auditorium

5:30p.m. Residence Inn



Tuesday, February 28, 2017

8:30a.m. Auditorium


l:00 p.m. Auditorium

3:15p.m. Auditorium

5:00 p.m. Residence Inn


Wednesday, March 1, 2017

8:30a.m.

10:45 a.m.

1:00 p.m.

2:30p.m.

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Auditorium

Auditorium

Auditorium

Auditorium

Welcome

Life

Life: Panel Discussion

Origins

Origins: Panel Discussion

Life: Poster Session

Origins: Poster Session

Workings: Poster Session

Workings

Workings: Panel Discussion

Defense and Resources

Defense and Resources: Panel Discussion

Defense and Resources: Poster Session

Policy, Pathways, Techniques, and Capabilities: Poster Session

Policy, Pathways, Techniques, and Capabilities

Policy, Pathways, Techniques, and Capabilities: Panel Discussion

Future Technologies: Panel Discussion

Overarching Issues

Abstracts assigned to print only within each workshop theme can be found in the online program at http://www.hou.usra.edu/meetingsN2050/pdflprogram.pdf

Program

Chair:

8:30 a.m.

8:35a.m.

Chairs:

9:00 a.m.

Steve Mackwell

Green J. L. *

Monday, February 27, 2017 WELCOME


Welcome and Introduction of Thomas Zurbuchen

Zurbuchen T. * Welcome and Opening Remarks

Monday, February 27,2017 LIFE


In this theme, we will be looking forward over the next 35 years of exploration seeking locations where life could have existed or could exist today, and improving our understanding of the

origin and evolution of life on Earth to guide our search for life elsewhere.

Norm Wainwright Carrie Anderson

Domagal-Goldman S. D. * Roberge A. Arney G. N. Mandell A. M. Kopparapu R. K. LUVOIR Sci. Tech. Definition Team The Next Generation of Observations of Planets Beyond Our Solar System [#8189] This presentation will give an overview of the (exo)planetary science capabilities of the Large UV-Optical-Infrared (LUVOIR) Surveyor, a mission concept being studied by NASA in preparation for the 2020 Astrophysics Decadal Survey.

9:15a.m. Johnson J. * Beaty D. W. Bussey B. Christensen P. Hamilton V. Hubbard S. Meyer M. Ori G. Pratt L. Zurek R. Diniega S. Hays L. The Long-Range Future of the Scientific Exploration of Mars [#8073] Over the next three decades, if we assume that MSR has been completed, results may yield a Branch point in our long-range planning that revolves around the question: Do the samples contain either permissive or definitive evidence of martian life?

9:30 a.m. Hand K. P. * Murray A. E. Garvin J. HorstS. BrinkerhoffW. Edgett K. Hoehler T. Russell M. Rhoden A. Yingst A. German C. Schmidt B. Paranicas C. Smith D. Willis P. Hayes A. Ehlmann B. Lunine J. Templeton A. Nealson K. Cable M. Craft K. Pappalardo B. Phillips C. Exploration Pathways for Europa After Initial In Situ Analyses for Biosignatures [#8240] The 2016 Europa Lander Science Definition Team has recently completed its report on the science goals, objectives, and investigations to be conducted by a robotic lander on Europa's surface. We will present this mission in the context of 2050.

9:45 a.m. Hendrix A. R. * Hurford T. A. ROW Team Roadmaps to Ocean Worlds [#8171] We summarize the work and results of the Roadmaps to Ocean Worlds team, established by OP AG to develop community-based science goals, concepts for mission scenarios, and needed technologies to investigate ocean worlds and search for extant life.

10:00 a.m. Hammel H. B.* Mountain M. Grunsfeld J. M. Search for Life in the Solar System and Beyond: A Unifying Vision for NASA Science Through 2050 (#8039] The search for life beyond Earth defines the frontier for our generation. The search will require a multi-dimensional space where scientists, technologists, engineers, entrepreneurs, and educators can jointly collaborate, explore, and innovate.

!0:15a.m. BostonP.J.* From Rube Goldberg to Tricorders: Astrobiology Technology Needs [#8234] Astrobiology technology requires investments in a suite of selected areas to advance our goals to access and definitively detect life.

10:30 a.m. Lorenz R. D. Turtle E. P. * Barnes J. W. Aerial Mobility: The Key to Exploring Titan's Rich Chemical Diversity [#8217] Titan provides abundant complex carbon-rich chemistry on an ice-dominated ocean world but the most compelling astrobiological sites need mobile in situ exploration, for which Titan's atmosphere makes it uniquely suited for a heavier-than-air vehicle.

10:33 a.m. Quinn R. C.* Ricco A. J. Davila A. Koehne J. E. McKay C. P. Dateo C. E. Fonda M. L. Scientific and Technological Approaches to Searching for Extant Life in the Solar System (#8106] NASA ARC is currently developing a multi-dimensional approach to enable the definitive detection of extant extraterrestrial life in future NASA missions.

10:36 a.m. Owen T. * Bolton S. J. A Plan for Searching for Life at Mars and Europa [#8107] Mars remains the most likely habitat for extra-terrestrial life in our solar system. We propose to investigate places on Mars where there is water and return samples.

10:39 a.m. Bains W. Schulze-Makuch D.* Rare Earth or Cosmic Zoo: Testing the Frequency of Complex Life in the Universe (#8011) We propose how to test between two major hypotheses about the frequency of life in the universe (Rare Earth and Cosmic Zoo) using future remote sensing capabilities targeted at exoplanets and site visits of planetary bodies in our solar system.

10:42 a.m. Alkalai L.A.* Arora N. A. Turyshev S. T. Shao M.S. Friedman L. F. Solar Gravity Lens Team Mission to the Solar Gravity Lens Focus: Natural High-Ground for Imaging Earth- Like Exoplanets [#8203] We propose an astrophysics probe to the Solar Gravity Lens (SGL) to effectively build an astronomical telescope capable of direct megapixel high-resolution imaging and spectroscopy of a potentially habitable exoplanet.

10:45 a.m. Pavlov A. A. * Pavlov A. K. Missions to Special Regions of Mars to Find Currently Active Martian Biosphere [#8216) To find life on Mars we need to look for life on Mars not just the traces of life from billions of years ago. We propose to design a mission to the special regions of Mars and look for the active martian biosphere.

10:48 a.m. Del Genio A. D.* Domagal-Goldman S.D. Kiang N.Y. Kopparapu R. K. Schmidt G. A. Soh! L. E. The Future of Planetary Climate Modeling and Weather Prediction [#8124] We discuss the evolution of3-D climate and weather prediction models that will be used increasingly to simulate and understand conditions on other solar system planets, to understand their past habitability, and to help identify potentially habitable exoplanets.

10:51a.m. ElrodM.K.* Conway P. G. Moving from Earth Science Technologies to Planetary and Exoplanet Visions [#8125] Creating technology that transitions from Earth science to planetary missions to exoplanetary observations.

10:54 a.m. Rymer A.M. * Phillips C. B. Diniega S. Vance S.D. Craft K. L. Gudipati M.S. Roberts J. H. Blacksberg J. Cochrane C. J. Cable M. L. Hayne P. O. Ray T. L. Daubar I. J. Klima R. L. Ernst C. M. Edgington S. G. Pioneering Outer Planet Ocean Exploration at Europa and Beyond [#8192] Exploration of Europa pioneering a new age of planetary ocean exploration and search for life missions.

10:57 a.m. Cleaves H. J. * Giri C. Universal Mass Spectrometry-Based Life Detection [#8081] The search for ET life will be an important 21st century solar system exploration goal. Mass spectrometry offers a comprehensive, rapid way of "chemotyping" environmental samples. Preparation of a reference catalogue of abiotic and biological samples is described.

11 :00 a.m. BREAK

Monday, February 27, 2017 LIFE: PANEL DISCUSSION


In this theme, we will be looking forward over the next 35 years of exploration seeking locations where life could have existed or could exist today, and improving our understanding

of the origin and evolution of life on Earth to guide our search for life elsewhere.

Moderator:

Panel Members:

David Beaty

Jason Dworkin John Rummel Britney Schmidt Lindsay Hays (synthesizer)

Monday, February 27, 2017 ORIGINS


In this theme, we will be looking forward over the next 35 years to discuss our understanding of the origins and evolution of planetary systems, planets,

moons, and the necessary starting conditions for life to exist on these worlds.

Chairs: Larry Nittler Francis McCubbin

1:30 p.m. Stem S. A.* McKinnon W. B. Moore J. M. Buie M. W. Zangari A. Spencer J. R. Parker A. H. McNutt R. L. Exploration Missions to the Kuiper Belt and Oort Cloud [#8024] The Kuiper Belt and Oort Cloud offer deep insights into the origin of our solar system and the workings of small planets. The exploration of these regions beckons for new missions exploring new worlds and returning to explore Pluto in more detail.

I :45 p.m. Chabot N. L. * McNutt R. L. Blewett D. T. Denevi B. W. Ernst C. M. Mazarico E. Jozwiak L. M. Future Mercury Exploration: Unique Science Opportunities from Our Solar System 's Innermost Planet [#8046] Mercury is one of only five inner solar system terrestrial bodies, each of which is unique. What properties and processes made these bodies so diverse? Future planetary exploration must include Mercury to make advances on this fundamental question.

2:00 p.m. Hofstadter M. * Simon A. Atreya S. Banfield D. Fortney J. Hayes A. Hedman M. Hospodarsky G. Mandt K. Masters A. Showalter M. Soderlund K. Turrini D. Turtle E. P. Elliott J. Reh K. A Vision for Ice Giant Exploration [#8115] This paper presents conclusions from the just-completed Pre-Decadal Ice Giant Mission study (commissioned by NASA), and discusses how those results feed into a vision for where planetary science can be in 2050 and the technologies to get us there.

2:15p.m. McFadden L.A. Thomas C. A. Englander J. A.* Ruesch O. Hosseini S. Goossens S. J. Mazarico E. M. Schmerr N. BAOBAB (Big and Outrageously Bold Asteroid Belt) Project [#8121] Thirty-three years from now there should be more detailed characterization of the Main Asteroid Belt to determine the composition and distribution of disrupted protoplanets versus rubble pile asteroids from solar nebula condensation.

2:30p.m. Rivkin A. S. * Denevi B. W. Klima R. L. Ernst C. M. Chabot N. L. Bamouin O. S. Cohen B. A. Asteroid Studies: A 35-Year Forecast (#8017] We are in an active time for asteroid studies, which fall at the intersection of science, planetary defense, human exploration, and in situ resource utilization. We look forward and extrapolate what the future may hold for asteroid science.

2:45 p.m. Treiman A. H. * Sampling the Solar System: The Next Level of Understanding [#8037] In its long-term plans, NASA should formally encourage many sample returns from all types of solar system objects. This program should build from successful architectures outward to larger samples and to more difficult logistics and curation needs.

3:00p.m. Stroud R. M. * A Ground Truth-Based Approach to Future Solar System Origins Research [#8148] To expand our understanding of how the solar system, and thus humanity itself, came into being, we must push forward the state-of-the-art in planetary materials analysis capabilities over the next three decades.

3:15p.m. Mandt K. E.* Atreya S. A. Luspay-Kuti A. Mousis O. Simon A. Hofstadter M.D. Isotope Geochemistry for Comparative Planetology of Exoplanets [#8045] Isotope geochemistry has played a critical role in understanding the origins of solar system bodies. Application of these techniques to exoplanets would be revolutionary and would allow comparative planetology with origins of exoplanet systems.

3:30p.m. BREAK

Moderator:

Panel Members:

Monday, February 27 ,2017 ORIGINS: PANEL DISCUSSION


In this theme, we will be looking forward over the next 35 years to discuss our understanding of the origins and evolution of planetary systems, planets, moons, and the necessary starting conditions for life to exist on these worlds.

Larry Niftier

Francis McCubbin (synthesizer) Aki Roberge Scott Bolton Bill Bottke

Monday, February 27, 2017 LIFE: POSTER SESSION 5:30 p.m. Residence Inn

Dworkin J.P. Glavin D.P. Lupisella M. Williams D. R. Kminek G. Rummel J.D. The Moon as a Laboratory for Biological Contamination Research [#8064] The study of historical artifacts on the Moon can serve as a way to examine biological, chemical, and materials properties after decades of space exposure.

Rummel}. D. "Be CarefUl What You Wish For:" The Scientific, Practical, and Cultural Implications of Discovering Life in Our Solar System [#8163] This abstract describes some of the consequences of a successful search for life in our solar system, and notes some of the pitfalls possible in finding life on Mars and on Europa. It is meant to encourage thinking about this very real possibility.

Blake D. F. Sarrazin P. Thompson K. The Importance of Particle Induced X-Ray Emission (PIXE) Analysis and Imaging to the Search for Life on the Ocean Worlds [#8138) Detection of the biogenic elements on Ocean Worlds is important in establishing evidence of life and its context. PIXE analysis using 244-Cm is essential for this measurement. The development of a 244-Cm source is strategically important to NASA.

Sherwood B. Lunine J. Sotin C. Cwik T. Naderi F. Follow the (Outer Solar System) Water: Program Options to Explore Ocean Worlds [#8034] The envisioned Ocean Worlds Exploration Program cannot match the success of the Mars Exploration Program since 200 I. Programmatic and technical constraints, policy gaps, and options with high leverage over program viability and velocity are analyzed.

Wainwright N. R. Steele A. Monaco L. Fries M. Analogies Among Current and Future Life Detection Missions and the Pharmaceutical/ Biomedical Industries [#8175) Life detection goals and technologies are remarkably similar between several types of NASA missions and the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries. Needs for sensitivity, specificity, speed have driven techniques and equipment to common ends.

Tani J. Ruvkun G. Zuber M. T. Carr C. E. On Neuromorphic Architectures for Efficient, Robust, and Adaptable Autonomy in Life Detection and Other Deep Space Missions [#8080) Neuromorphic architectures enable cross-cutting capabilities relevant to the search for life beyond Earth, and to all future deep space missions: event based sensing, ultra efficient data processing, fault tolerance, robustness, and adaptability.

Niles P. B. Beaty D. Hays L. Bass D. BellM. S. Bleacher J. Cabrol N. A. Conrad P. Eppler D. Hamilton V. Head J. Kahre M. Levy J. Lyons T. Rafkin S. Rice J. Rice M. Scientifzc Investigations Associated with the Human Exploration of Mars in the Next 35 Years [#8167) We present a summary of the findings of the Human Science Objectives Science Analysis Group (HSO-SAG) chartered by MEP AG in 2015 to address science objectives and landing site criteria for future human missions to Mars which could provide incredible scientific discovery.

Matthies L. H. Abid M. M. Backes P. G. Del Castillo L. Wilcox B. H. Jones M. A. Beauchamp P.M. Cutts J. A. Technologies for Missions to Ocean Worlds [#8165) We summarize roadmaps for technology advances needed to enable Ocean Worlds exploration, including pin-point landing, sub-surface ice sampling, cryogenic ice sample return, planetary protection, and low temperature electronics and mechanisms.

Schmidt B. E. Don't Invent the Wheel: Seeking Life in the Subsurface of Multiple Icy Ocean Worlds by 2050 [#8242) Flyby. Orbit. Land. Drill. Swim. Find Life.

Castillo-Rogez J. C. Raymond C. A. Russell C. T. Rivkin A. S. Neveu M. Roadmap for the Exploration of Dwarf Planet Ceres [#8077) Ceres, the largest asteroid and only dwarf planet found in the inner solar system, offers a playground for testing hypotheses pertaining to the early solar system evolution as well as the habitability potential of large volatile-rich bodies.

Quick L. C. Adams E. Barr A. C.

Monday, February 27,2017 ORIGINS: POSTER SESSION


Prospects for Detecting Cryovolcanic Activity in Exoplanetary Systems [#8036] We consider prospects for the detection of explosive cryovolcanism on cold, water-rich exoplanets by next-generation space telescopes.

Milam S. N. Hammel H. B. Planetary Science with Next Generation Large Astrophysics Missions [#8210] Next generation airborne and space-based telescopes will work in concert with future in situ missions and large ground-based facilities to address key questions of molecular inheritance throughout star and planet formation to our solar system.

Brenker F. E. Vincze L. Prior D. J. Laboratory Studies of Extraterrestrial lees- Sample Return from Icy Bodies [#8122] A comprehensive analytical study of ices in laboratories on Earth is fundamental for the understanding of the formation and evolution of our solar system. We predict that ice sample return will be one of the most important and exciting challenges.

Danielson L. R. Draper D. Righter K. McCubbin F. Boyce J. Exploring the Largest Mass Fraction of the Solar System: The Case for Planetary Interiors [#8120] Planetary interiors hold the key to planetary origins via accretionary and early differentiation processes. Our vision is to establish a 5000 ton press open user facility that will serve the planetary science and the greater scientific community.

Rymer A.M. Turtle E. P. Hofstadter M.D. Simon A. A. Hospodarsky G. B. 'It Takes a Village. 'Collaborative Outer Planet Missions [#8199] How an Ice Giant mission could represent numerous research targets. The case for cross disciplinary collaboration and how to enable it.

Bottke W. F. Nesvorny D. Marchi S. Levison H. Canup R. Exploring Planet Migration and Early Solar System Bombardment [#8137] Understanding planet migration and early bombardment are key Decadal Survey goals because they define the nature of many solar system worlds. Both can be constrained by dating ancient terrains, basins, and craters found on the Moon and Mars.

Oleson S. R. Landis G. A. Triton Hopper: Exploring Neptune's Captured Kuiper Belt Object [#8145] Neptune's moon Triton is a fascinating object, a dynamic moon with an atmosphere and geysers. This work will describe the mission options to get to Triton and design of an ISRU propellant supplied hopper to explore large parts of Triton.

McCubbin F. M. Allton J. H. Barnes J. J. Boyce J. W. Burton A. S. Draper D. S. Evans C. A. Fries M. D. Jones J. H. Keller L. P. Lawrence S. J. MessengerS. R. Ming D. W. Morris R. V. Nakamura-Messenger K. Niles P. B. Righter K. Simon J. I. Snead C. J. Steele A. Treiman A. H. Vander Kaaden K. E. Zeigler R. A. Zolensky M. Stansbery E. K. Priority Science Targets for Future Sample Return Missions Within the Solar System Out to the Year 2050 [#8224] This abstract highlights some of the priority science targets for future sample return missions over the next 35 years and some ofthe sample handling and storage challenges that would arise if such samples were to be collected and returned to Earth.

Zeigler R. A. Allton J. H. Evans C. A. Fries M. D. McCubbin F. M. Nakamura-Messenger K. Righter K. Zolensky M. Stansbery E. K. Advanced Curation Activities at NASA: Preparing for the Next Waves of Astromaterials Sample Return [#8196] We discuss the current curatorial efforts for NASA's astromaterials collections, as well as efforts that are underway (or need to be undertaken) to prepare for the challenging curation conditions required by future sample return missions.

Asmar S. W. Armstrong J. W. Atkinson D. H. Bell D. J. Bird M. K. Dehant V. less L. Lazio T. J. W. Linscott I. R. Mannucci A. J. Mazarico E. Park R. S. Patzold M.

Preston R. A. Simpson R. A. The Future of Planetary Atmospheric, Suiface, and Interior Science Using Radio and Laser Links [#8181) Radio science experiments have been conducted on almost every planetary mission in the past five decades and led to numerous discoveries. More science breakthroughs are expected that fit Planetary Vision 2050 themes with described technical advances.

Mandell A. M. Pulkkinen A. A. Domagal-Goldman S. The GSFC Exoplanet Modeling and Analysis Center [#8094] The GSFC Exoplanet Modeling and Analysis Center is meant to provide an accessible platform for the planetary atmosphere modeling and analysis community to host their software for modeling and interpreting current and future NASA exoplanet data.

Pauken M. T. Hall J. L. Matthies L. Malaska M. Cutts J. A. Tokumaru P. Goldman B. DeJong M. Science at a Variety of Scientific Regions at Titan Using Aerial Platforms [#8177) Titan has an abundant supply of organic species and could harbor exotic forms of life. Aerial platforms are ideal for performing reconnaissance and in situ analysis. We describe a range of vehicles in development for exploring Titan.

Bolton S. J. Owen T. Waite J. H. Origins and Life, the Next Steps Beyond the Initial Survey of Our Solar System [#8105] A plan and outline for the next decades of solar system exploration to address key questions regarding the origin of the planets and life. Comparative study of the composition of the planets and small bodies will be advocated.

Monday, February 27, 2017 WORKINGS: POSTER SESSION


Masiero J. R. Bauer J. M. Grav T. Mainzer A. K. When Worlds Collide: Witnessing Planetary-Scale Impacts in the Coming Decades [#8020] Asteroid impacts offer a unique opportunity to study the collisional processes that shape planetary systems. In the coming decades, expanded surveys may give us the chance to predict an impact with enough advance warning to observe it in situ.

Carter L. M. Kruse S. Bleacher J. E. Ghent R. R. Schmerr N. Petro N. E. Baker D. M. H. Exploring Below the Surface at Human Scales: Adding a Third Dimension to Our Knowledge of Planets [#8078) In the next 30 years, advances in instrument technology, automation, and data downlink could provide the opportunity to fill in the gaps in our knowledge of the subsurface, and create subsurface maps that integrate seamlessly with our surface images.

Hurley D. M. LEAG Executive Committee Lunar Volatiles as a Resource for Science and Exploration [#8096) Water and other volatiles on the Moon have compelling use for science and exploration. The timeline for exploration, science, and ISRU is presented.

Hendrix A. R. Vilas F. Retherford K. D. McClintock W. E. Nikzad S. Hansen C. J. Schneider N. M. Holsclaw G. M. UV Imaging Spectroscopy: The 2050 Vision (#8130) We present highlights of the utility and potential of UV imaging spectroscopy for planetary science, addressing the themes of Workings, Life, and Threats and Resources.

Petro N. E. Richardson J. Bleacher J. E, Hollibaugh-Baker D. Farrell W. Williams D. Schwadron N. Siegler M. Schmerr N. Carter L. Cohen B. Long Duration Surface Experiments on Airless Bodies: The Need for Extended In Situ Measurements and Lessons from ALSEP [#8055] Any future surface exploration {human or robotic) should be accompanied by the deployment of long-lived surface experiments. These experiments need to be treated as special facilities, and should be protected from financial and logistical threats.

Guzewich S. D. Bleacher J. E. Smith M. D. Khayat A. Conrad P. Astronaut-Deployable Geophysical and Environmental Monitoring Stations [#8092) Geophysical and environmental monitoring stations could be deployed by astronauts exploring Mars, the Moon, or asteroids, and create a broad network that would collect high-value scientific information while also enhancing astronaut safety.

Thangavelautham J. Asphaug E. Schwartz S. On-Orbit Planetary Science Laboratories for Simulating Surface Conditions of Planets and Small Bodies [#8059] Our work has identified the use of on-orbit centrifuge science laboratories as a key enabler towards low-cost, fast-track physical simulation of off-world environments for future planetary science missions.

Hayne P. O. Siegler M.A. Paige D. A. Reck T. Planetary Heat Flow Mapping from Orbit [#8133) Heat flow is fundamental to understanding planetary interior evolution. We imagine an innovative orbital approach, which could provide global heat flow mapping of planets and satellites with dramatically reduced cost and complexity.

Nixon C. A. Achterberg R. K. Buch A. Clark R.N. Coli P. Flasar F. M. Hayes A. G. less L. Lorenz R. D. Lopes R. Mastroguiseppe M. Raulin F. Smith T. Solomidou A. Sotin C. Strobel D. F. Turtle E. P. Vuitton V. West R. A. YelleR. Riddles of the Sphinx: Titan Science Questions at the End ofCassini-Huygens [#8156] The paper will describe the outstanding high-level questions for Titan science that are remaining at the end of the Cassini-Huygens mission, compiled by a cross-section of scientists from multiple instrument teams.

Neal C. R. Currie D. Grimm R. Kedar S. Nagihara S. Siegler M. Weber R. Zacny K. Enabling Technologies for a Future Lunar and Planetary Geophysical Network [#8143] A long-lived, multi-station, global lunar geophysical network will yield information about primary terrestrial differentiation, as well as potential hazards to long term human surface exploration. The technology can be applied to other planets.

Thomas C. A. McFadden L. A. The Future of Asteroid Characterization [#8228] Characterization of asteroids is important for understanding the past and current evolution of our solar system. We will discover a large number of objects and our ability to study them will be greatly improved. We need to define future priorities.

Chairs:

8:30a.m.

Tuesday, February 28,2017 WORKINGS


Provide the 2050 prospect of key topics related to the workings of stellar systems at a time thousands of exoplanets have been detected and first terrestrial exoplanets have been imaged.

Christophe Sotin Carrie Anderson

Zuber M. T. * Smith D. E. Mazarico E. Lunine J. I. Neumann G. A. Lemoine F. G. Genova A. Goossens S. J. Sun X. From Copernicus to Newton to Einstein: Toward a Dynamical Understanding of the Solar System [#8074) Fusion of hydrogen to helium in sun combined with solar wind are major c<mtributors to slow decrease of the sun's mass over time. This decrease should cause solar system to expand at rate that is conceivably measurable using laser ranging techniques.

8:45 a.m. Simon A. A. * Science and Exploration in the Outer Solar System in 2050 [#8007] Our knowledge of the outer solar system has changed vastly in 35 years and will continue to do so, but complete understanding of the giant planet systems is critical to informing exoplanet, solar system formation, and atmospheric dynamic studies.

9:00 a.m. HorstS. M. *

9:15a.m.

9:30a.m.

Titan's Atmosphere and Climate: Unanswered Questions [#8204] By 2050 I We must umavel Titan's I Complex chemistry.

Cutts J. A. * Grimm R. E. Gilmore M. Venus Exploration to 2050 [#8015] Venus should be an Earth-like planet due to its similar size and position in the solar system, but it has developed very differently. The Venus Exploration Assessment Group (VEXAG) has formulated long-range plans to explore our puzzling sister planet.

Head J. W. * Pieters C. Scott D. Johnson B. Potter R. Hoffman J. Foing B. Zelenyi L. Mitrofanov I. Marov M. Basilevsky A. Ivanov M. Jaumann R. Xiao L. Haruyama J. Ohtake M. Senthil Kumar P. Aharonson O. Exploration of Planetary Crusts: A Human/Robotic Exploration Design Reference Campaign to the Lunar Orientale Basin [#8170] By 2050 we need to be working on fundamental scientific problems in an integrated fashion to provide insights into early planetary processes by exploring and characterizing the crust of the Moon.

9:45a.m. Ehlmann B. L. * Johnson S. S. Horgan B. Niles P. B. Amador E. S. Archer P. D. ByrneS. Edwards C. S. Fraeman A. A. Glavin D. P. Glotch T. D. Hardgrove C. Hayne P. O. Kite E. S. Lanza N. L. Lapotre M.G. A. Michalski J. Rice M. Rogers A. D. Mars Exploration Science in 2050 [#8236] We describe an approach to Mars exploration in 2050 and the decades leading in that couples fundamental science on the workings of planets and the search for life with collection of information on resources and hazards essential for human exploration.

10:00 a.m. Neal C. R. * Lawrence S. J. A Multi-Decadal Sample Return Campaign will Advance Lunar and Solar System Science and Exploration by 2050 [#8142) Given the global datasets now available for the Moon, a targeted sample return (robotic and human) campaign is the next logical step in advancing lunar and solar system science.

10:03 a.m. Cohen B. A. * Arevalo R. Bottke W. F. Conrad P. G. Farley K. A. Fasset C. I. Jolliff B. L. Lawrence S. J. Mahaffy P.R. Malespin C. Swindle T. D. Wadhwa M. Geochronology as a Framework for Planetary History Through 2050 (#8047] In the next 40 years, we advocate constructing a common framework of geologic time across our solar system, linking major geologic events during planetary formation, evolution, and surface environments to solar system history.

10:06 a.m. Bauer J. M. * Sonnett S. Kramer E. A. Mainzer A. K. Masiero J. R. Grav T. Surveys of Sizes and Basic Compositions of Outer Solar System Populations from Infrared Space-Based Platforms (#8067] Statistically meaningful samples of hundreds of thousands of asteroid diameters have been measured. Several future infrared missions have the potential to sample more distant populations. We will discuss some of these and their potential surveys.

10:09 a.m. Crary F. * Bagenal F. Clark G. Delamere P. A. Ebert R. Rymer A.M. Vought M. 26 Other Planetary Magnetospheres Scientists Exploring Outer Planet Magnetospheres with Small Focused Missions (#8099] The exploration of planetary magnetospheres can be accomplished using small, focused missions. As stand-alone missions or as secondary payloads, this will provide an efficient, flexible framework for magnetospheric science in the outer solar system.

!0:12a.m. HarrisW. M.* SchmidtB.E. VillanuevaG.L. Solar System Exploration with the Large Ultraviolet Optical and Infrared Surveyor (LUVOIR) (#8247] This abstract talks about the exoplanet habitability and biosignatures science that would be enabled by LUVOIR.

10:15 a.m. DISCUSSION

10:30 a.m. BREAK

Tuesday, February 28,2017 WORKINGS: PANEL DISCUSSION


Provide the 2050 prospect of key topics related to the workings of stellar systems at a time thousands of exoplanets have been detected and first terrestrial exoplanets have been imaged.

Moderator:

Panel Members:

Larry Paxton

Louise Prockter Jim Garvin Carol Raymond Hannah Wakeford (synthesizer)

Tuesday, February 28,2017 DEFENSE AND RESOURCES


In this theme, we will be looking forward over the next 35 years at progress in understanding, characterizing, and mitigating risk to Earth from Near Earth Objects,

and in characterization, exploitation, and utilization of resources on planetary bodies.

Chairs: Lisa Gaddis Julie Stopar

1 :00 p.m. Mainzer A. * Bauer J. Grav T. Masiero J. Nugent C. Reddy V. The Future of Planetary Defense [#8225] By 2050, advanced near-Earth object (NEO) surveys will have identified many potential hazardous objects. Focus will shift to improving orbit knowledge, searching for smaller NEOs, discovering long period comets, and planning mitigations as needed.

1:15 p.m. Gertsch L. S. * Morris K. A. Advancing the Science of ISRU [#8202] The sustainable exploration of space requires in situ resource utilization (ISRU). Successful ISRU depends on a solid science foundation; consequently, planetary science must include basic and applied science investigations to support ISRU.

1:30 p.m. Lawrence S. J. * Neal C. R. LEAG Executive Committee The Open Gateway: Lunar Exploration in 2050 [#8028] The Lunar Exploration Roadmap (LER) is the definitive plan to enable science advances for the entire solar system. We describe our vision for the Moon in 2050 following LER implementation and the needed strategies and technologies to make it happen.

1 :45 p.m. Swindle T. D. * Chabot N. Barbee B. Bauer J. Bierhaus B. Britt D. Castillo-Rogez J. Chodas P. Feaga L. Hartzell C. Mercer C. Stickle A. Small Bodies Exploration in the Next 35 Years [#8041] Small bodies (asteroids, comets, KBOs, centaurs, martian moons, meteorites, etc.) are important for science, planetary defense, and human exploration. Possibilities for the next 35 years are considered.

2:00p.m. McAdam A. C. * Glavin D.P. Bleacher J. E. Arzoumanian Z. Young K. E. Gendreau K. ten Kate I. L. Malespin C. A. Franz H. B. Mahaffy P.R. Characterization of Water in Surface and Near-Surface Materials for Studies of Planetary History and Resource Prospecting [#8043] We discuss the importance of understanding volatile inventories, especially water inventories, in planetary materials, and approaches and technologies to carry out these studies.

2:15p.m. Bishop J. L. * Harnessing Water and Resources from Clay Minerals on Mars and Planetary Bodies [#8131] Clay minerals provide a source of water, metals, and cations that can be harvested to provide resources for human exploration on Mars, asteroids, etc. Planning how to access these resources from clays could be a vital component of human exploration.

2:30p.m. Metzger P. T. * Economic Planetary Science in the 21st Century (#8126] Economic planetary science is a young discipline set to expand rapidly with potential to become a primary driver of science in this century and a vital contributor to the health of our planet.

2:45p.m. Bleacher J. E. * Conrad P. G. Domagal-Goldman S. D. Evans C. A. Glavin G. P. Glotch T. D. GraffT. G. Guzewich S. D. Lewis R. Lupisella M. L. McAdam A. Niles P. B. Petro N. E. Rogers A. D. Skinner J. Stem J. C. van Susante P. Trainer M.G. Young K. E. BellM. S. Hoffman S. J. Needham D. H. Hays L. E. Hurowitz J. A. Long Term Environmental Monitoring: Necessary Strategy and Integrated Technologies to Ensure SuccessfUl Science, Resource Utilization, and Planetary Protection During Human Exploration [#8087] Long term environmental monitoring of any planetary surface on which humans plan to operate should be a requirement of responsible human exploration.

3:00p.m. BREAK

Tuesday, February 28,2017 DEFENSE AND RESOURCES: PANEL DISCUSSION

3:15p.m. Auditorium

In this theme, we will be looking forward over the next 35 years at progress in understanding, characterizing, and mitigating risk to Earth from Near Earth Objects,

and in characterization, exploitation, and utilization of resources on planetary bodies.

Moderator:

Panel Members:

AmyMainzer

Carolyn Ernst Kris Zacny Lisa Gaddis Julie Stopar (synthesizer)

Rolley R. J. Saikia S. J.

Tuesday, February 28,2017 DEFENSE AND RESOURCES: POSTER SESSION


Strategies for Prospecting and Extracting Water on Mars for Long-Term Human Exploration (#8149) We aim to develop a specific set of criteria to classify water reserves on Mars, and to design water prospecting and extraction systems for various human landing sites using a requirements-driven framework.

Mantovani J. G. Sibille L. Kulcinski G. L. Santarius J. F. Free-Flyers for Exploration and Resource Mapping for ISRU and Planetary Science (#8238) This presentation discusses prospecting for resources on a planetary surface using a free-flyer platform to assist in achieving a sustainable human presence in space beyond low Earth orbit and in exploring the evolution of the solar system.

Glass B. Bergman D. Davis R. Hoftun C. Lee P. Johansen B. Reaching Water: Planetary Deep Drilling (#8098] Deeper drilling to 1OOm depths is easy on Earth, but an extreme challenge on other solar system bodies. Deeper planetary subsurface access into ocean worlds or to the Mars cryosphere is possible with new drilling concepts.

Dissly R. W. Scheeres D. J. Toward the Complete Characterization and Mitigation of the Earth Impact Risk by 2050 [#8128] An approach is outlined to mitigate the risk of asteroid impacts by 2050, covering both the needed infrastructure for detection of all NEOs down to 20m, and filling the gaps in our understanding of the geophysical parameters needed for mitigation.

Taylor P. A. Benner L.A. M. Rivera-Valentin E. G. Virkki A. Busch M. W. Nolan M. C. Ground-Based Radar Observations: Enabling the Future of Small-Body Science, Planetary Defense, and Solar System Exploration [#8233) Radar is arguably the most powerful technique for post-discovery tracking and characterization of the near-Earth asteroid population. As such, it shapes our understanding of small bodies, guides planetary defense, and informs mission planning.

Keszthelyi L. Trilling D. Hagerty J. Moskovitz N. Milazzo M. Solar System Resource Assessment in 2050 [#8132] Given this potential to enable human activity in deep space, we expect that Congress will have directed the USGS by 2050 to provide resource assessments of the NEOs, likely landing sites on Mars, and perhaps the Moon.

Wyrick D. Y. Buczkowski D. L. Durda D. D. Characterizing Asteroid Internal Structure Through Tectonic Analyses [#8139] Critical data gaps remain in characterizing the mechanical strength and internal structure of asteroids. Understanding asteroid internal coherency is required to develop effective mitigation, diversion, or destruction strategies against impact threat.

Nesvold E. R. Erasmus N. Greenberg A. van Heerden E. Galache J. L. Dahlstrom E. Marchis F. The Deflector Selector: A Machine Learning Framework for Prioritizing Deflection Technology Development (#8050] We present a machine learning model that can predict which asteroid deflection technology would be most effective, given the likely population of impactors. Our model can help policy and funding agencies prioritize technology development.

Lewicki C. Bradford K. J. Frank E. A. Beasley M. Prospecting and Mining Space Resources: Planetary Resources' Outlook and the Planetary Science Impact [#8119] Planetary Resources is leading the way in bringing private finance to planetary science with the aim of prospecting and mining Near-Earth Asteroids.

Tuesday, February 28, 2017 POLICY, PATHWAYS, TECHNIQUES, AND CAPABILITIES: POSTER SESSION


Elvis M. A Framework for Organizing a Long-Term Planetary Science Program [#8014) Rapid cost growth has cut the number of planetary missions to rates that are too small to sustain a vigorous program. Planning needs well-chosen principles to change this state of affairs, and commercial space offers a long-term solution.

Bagenal F. Horanyi M. Student Involvement in Space Exploration: The Next Generation (#8237) Involvement of students in space missions exposes them to the technical realities of space exploration- delivers deep learning experience and feeds the professional pipeline. Give students the opportunity to explore every corner of the solar system.

Shibata E. Lu Y. Pradeepkumar A. Cutts J. A. Saikia S. J. A Venus Atmosphere Sample Return Mission Concept: Feasibility and Technology Requirements (#8164) Although Venus is similar in size to Earth, their atmospheres are completely different. This study will look at past Venus sample return missions, and revisit them with modern technology, as well as propose an additional sample return strategy.

Westlake J. H. Brandt P. C. McNutt R. L. Mitchell D. G. Rymer A.M. How Planetary Magnetospheres Have and Can Continue to Drive Solar System Exploration [#8072) We will discuss the evolution of planetary magnetospheric research and our vision for the future including targets within the solar system and how magnetospheric research can advance our knowledge of exoplanetary systems.

Persson E. Manned Missions, Geoengineering, and Planetary Protection - How Safe is Safe Enough? [#8062) Before we start geoengineering or even send humans to other worlds, we need to make sure not to destroy any existing life, but how can we determine the probability that there is no existing life unless we fmd life there and how sure do we need to be?

Diniega S. Beaty D. W. Bass D. Hays L. Whetsel C. Whitley R. Zurek R. Getting Humans to Mars, a Possible Future (#8071) We envision that it is 2050 and humans are exploring the martian surface in situ. This presentation explores the scientific and engineering datasets and missions that could lead to this state.

Zacny K. Paulsen G. Status and Future of Planetary Sampling Technologies [#8023] We present a review of drilling and sampling technologies in the I em, I 0 em, I m, I 0 m, 100 m, and I km range.

McSween H. Y. McKeegan K. D. Planetary Science in the Next Decades: The Astromaterials Perspective [#8021) Sample return missions will become increasingly important in the coming decades. A wish list of such missions and complementary laboratory analysis programs can potentially address all ofNASA's planetary science goals.

Showalter M. R. Tiscareno M. S. French R. S. Archival Data and Computational Power in Planetary Astronomy: Lessons Learned 1979-2016 and a Vision for 2020-2050 [#8108) Computing technology has advanced tremendously over recent decades. Projecting those trends forward, we explore ways that new technologies will change our approaches to planetary data analysis, using both archival data and that from future missions.

Radebaugh J. Thomson B. J. Archinal B. Hagerty J. Gaddis L. Lawrence S. J. SuttonS. MAPSIT Steering Committee Obtaining and Using Planetary Spatial Data into the Future: The Role of the Mapping and Planetary Spatial Infrastructure Team (MAPSIT) (#8084) Planetary spatial data continue to increase in volume and complexity. These data are the hard-earned fiuits of planetary exploration, and MAPSIT's mission is to ensure their availability for any conceivable investigation, now or in the future.

Hardgrove C. Ehlmann B. L. Achieving Visionary Planetary Science Goals with Deep Space CubeSats (#8183] Throughout the 2020's-2050's, CubeSats will help enrich the scientific return from large planetary science missions by providing high-risk, high-reward complementary data to the primary spacecraft mission.

Wyatt E. J. Castillo-Rogez J. C. Chien S. A. Clare L. P. Fraeman A. A. Herzig S. J. Nesnas I. A. Lazio J. Novel Planetary Science Enabled by Networked Constellations (#8091) This abstract summarizes the state of thinking in constellation architectures as a means to address the 2050 Vision themes and pave the way for human exploration of the Moon, Mars, and asteroids.

Retherford K. D. Remote Sensing Science and Instrument Development Paradigms Will Radically Change as Deep Space Optical Communications Infrastructure is Standardized (#8113) Deep Space Optical Communications (DSOC) systems are already inducing a sea change on our approach to designing mission concepts. A revolution in instrument concepts and mission operations will ensue as we move to observatory probe type missions.

Race M.S. Thronson H. A. Siegel B. Spry J. A. Addressing Potential Challenges and Opportunities in the Years Before PSV 2050: Anticipating Revolutions Still to Come in Science, Technology, and Society (#8159] This proposed panel presentation will summarize several recent US and international workshops that have identified and prioritized important R&TD gaps related to future science exploration activities and human missions of relevance to PSV 2050.

Johnson L. Krause L. H. Wiegmann B. Bilen S. Gilchrist B. Propulsion and Power Using Electrodynamics (#8069) Electrodynamic tethers provide propulsion and power by interacting with planetary magnetospheres, enabling propulsive-intense maneuvers and high-power without fuel or radioisotope power. Electric sails can propel spacecraft throughout the solar system.

Young K. E. Bleacher J. E. Rogers A. D. McAdam A. Evans C. A. GraffT. G. Garry W. B. Whelley P. L. Scheidt S. Carter L. Coan D. Reagan M. Glotch T. Lewis R. Developing Science Operations Concepts for the Future of Planetary Swface Exploration (#8197) Human exploration of other planetary bodies is crucial in answering critical science questions about our solar system. As we seek to put humans on other surfaces by 2050, we must understand the science operations concepts needed for planetary EVA.

Plescia J. B. Capabilities to Enable Future Planetary Science (#8185) The list of outstanding scientific questions is perhaps longer today than it was in 1958, although the questions are more detailed and complex.

Brandt P. C. McNutt R. Hallinan G. Shao M. Mewaldt R. Brown M. Alkalai L. Arora N. McGuire J. Turyshev S. Biswas A. Liewer P. Murphy N. Desai M. McComas D. Opher M. Stone E. Zank G. Friedman L. The Interstellar Probe Mission: Humanity's First Explicit Step in Reaching Another Star [#8173) An Interstellar Probe Mission concept to the Interstellar Medium is discussed that would represent humanity's first explicit step scientillcally, technologically, and programmatically to reach another star.

Rathbun J. A. Cohen B. A. Turtle E. P. Vertesi J. A. Rivkin A. S. HorstS. M. Tiscareno M.S. Marchis F. Milazzo M. Diniega S. Lakdawalla E. Zellner N. The Planetary Science Workforce: Goals Through 2050 [#8079) The planetary science workforce is not nearly as diverse as the society from which its membership is drawn and from which the majority of our funding comes. We discuss the current state and recommendations for improvement.

Wednesday, March 1, 2017 POLICY, PATHWAYS, TECHNIQUES, AND CAPABILITIES


In this theme, we will be looking forward over the next 35 years at progress in a range of areas that span the other themes or step beyond them, including policy issues, technology, techniques, and workforce issues.

Chairs: Dana Hurley Craig Hardgrove

8:30 a.m. Ghosh A. * Planetary Science Exploration Through 2050: Strategic Gaps in Commercial and International Partnerships [#8235] Planetary science will see greater participation from the commercial sector and international space agencies. It is critical to understand how these entities can partner with NASA through 2050 and help realize NASA's goals in planetary science.

8:45 a.m. Castillo-Rogez J . C. * Feldman S. M. Baker J.D. Vane G. Small Instruments for Planetary Science Applications- Status and Way Forward [#8160) This abstract covers technology gaps for small instruments. It is relevant to all the themes of the Planetary Visions 2050 Workshop in support of science applications that might leverage or be best addressed by small spacecraft.

9:00 a.m. Jakosky B. M. Mars Exploration 2050: Human and Robotic Exploration Intertwined [#8016) Mars exploration over the next thirty years will have increased collaboration between human and robotic missions. Combined, we can explore fundamental science questions. We have the technology to start mission definition and development today.

9:15a.m. Lewis R. * Niles P. Fries M. McCubbin F. Archer D. BleacherJ. Boyce J. Cohen B. Evans C. GraffT. Gruener J. Lawrence S. Lupisella M. Ming D. Needham D. Young K. Sample Return Enabled by a Crewed Presence in Cislunar or Cismartian Space: Farther Reach, Better Science [#8211] Human presence inion lunar and Mars space/surfaces provides a unique opportunity to utilize robust spacecraft infrastructure as well as the capabilities of humans to fundamentally improve sample return well beyond current capabilities.

9:30a.m. Milazzo M. P. * Kestay L. Dundas C. The Challenge for 2050: Cohesive Analysis of More than One Hundred Years of Planetary Data [#8070) The year 2050 will mark 106 years since humans opened the door to space and to the solar system. The amount of valuable planetary science data collected over those years will require new ideas and new tools to enable cohesive analysis of these data.

9:45a.m. Green J. L. * Hollingsworth J. Brain D. Airapetian V. Pulkkinen A. Dong C. Bamford R. A Future Mars Environment for Science and Exploration [#8250) Investigation of a greatly enhanced atmosphere of higher pressure and temperature of Mars can be accomplished using existing simulation tools. Simulation results will be reviewed and a projection of how long it may take for Mars to become an exciting new planet to study and to live on.

10:00 a.m. Freeman A. * Small is Beautiful - Technology Trends in the Satellite Industry and Their Implications for Planetary Science Missions [#8085) It's an exciting time in the space business - new technologies being developed under the 'NewSpace' umbrella have some profound implications for planetary science missions over the next three decades.

10: 15 a.m. Kring D. A. * Exploring the Solar System with an Integrated Human and Robotic Deep Space Program (#8025] Deep space human exploration capabilities offer enormous opportunities for studying the solar system and will change how planetary science functions.

10:30 a.m. BREAK

Wednesday, March 1, 2017 POLICY, PATHWAYS, TECHNIQUES, AND CAPABILITIES: PANEL DISCUSSION


Moderator:

In this panel, we are looking to discuss the integration of the commercial enterprises into planetary exploration over the coming decades.

Greg Schmidt

Panel Members: Alan Stern Leslie Gertsch Jennifer Heldmann Craig Hardgrove (synthesizer)

Moderator:

Panel Members:

Wednesday, March 1, 2017 FUTURE TECHNOLOGIES: PANEL DISCUSSION


This panel will discuss the range of technologies needed to advance the various planetary science themes over the coming decades, and the timescales

over which technology development needs to be implemented.

Tony Freeman

BrookLakew Jay Falker Deborah Amato (synthesizer) Zibby Turtle

Wednesday, March 1, 2017 OVERARCHING ISSUES


Perspectives on the future of planetary exploration from Europe, and issues with deep space communication, launch vehicles, and workforce in the coming decades. Synopses of the Planetary Vision 2050 themes.

Chair: Steve MackweU

2:30p.m. Blanc M. • Harri A.-M. Rodrigo R. Krupp N. Zamecki J. Szego K. Horizon 2061 Working Group Planetary Exploration Horizon 2061 Team Planetary Exploration, Horizon 2061: A Joint ISSI-Europlanet Community Foresight Exercise [#8044) This communication will be the first presentation of the outputs of a community forum organized in September 2016 in Bern by ISSI and Europlanet. It will present a foresight of the key questions that should drive planetary space missions up to the 2061 horizon.

2:45p.m. Deutsch L. J. Lazio T. J. W. * Townes S. A. Enabling Rich and Robust Data Sets Across the Solar System via Deep Space Communications (#8049] The 2050 Vision is likely to include richer data sets. Instruments will be more capable and small spacecraft will open new possibilities. We sketch a roadmap for ensuring that the community obtains the data from instruments and missions in 2050.

3:00p.m. Creech S. D. Baker J. D. Jackman A. • Vane G. Space Launch System Payload Transportation Beyond LEO (#8060] This presentation describes space launch system ground and flight accommodations, interfaces, resources, and performance planned to be available to potential science users. It also invites dialog with users on their unique accommodation requirements.

3:15p.m. Kaminski A. P. Bowman C. D. Buquo L. E. Conrad P. G. Davis R. M. Domagal-Goldman S. Pirtle Z. T. Skytland N. G. Tabu G. J. Thaller M. L. Viotti M.A. Our Solar System 2050: Advancing the Science, Technology, and Societal Relevance of Planetary Exploration Through Public Participation [#8213) We show how citizen science, crowdsourcing, prize competitions, and other modalities can expand public participation and prove valuable for enhancing the science, technology, and societal relevance of planetary exploration over the next few decades.

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3:45p.m. Life Theme Synopsis

3:55 p.m. Origins Theme Synopsis

4:05p.m. Workings Th eme Synopsis

4:15p.m. Defense and Resources Synopsis

4:25p.m. Policy, Pathways, Techniques, and Capabilities Theme

4:35p.m. Future Technologies Synopsis

Planetary Science Vision 2050 Workshop program

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