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About the Fellowship Program
The Palestine Space Institute (PSI) Fellowship builds on our commitment to independent research on the peaceful, just, ethical and sustainable use of outer space.
Launched last year, the six-month remote programme supports early-career researchers working across PSI’s four focus areas. Fellows receive mentorship, collaboration opportunities, and a platform to bring critical voices into the global space discourse, contributing to a growing network of scholars advancing space governance through intellectual resistance and solidarity.
This year's projects build on ongoing research activities by the PSI team, drawing on our recent work on the technical and legal dimensions of Earth Observation for justice in Gaza. Reference papers for the topics can be accessed below:
Research Area 1: Data and technical analysis (remote sensing, satellite imagery, open datasets)
Research Area 1: Data and technical analysis (remote sensing, satellite imagery, open datasets)
El-Shawa, S., & Persaud, D. M. (2025). Witnessing with Earth Observation: Using Sentinel-2 Data to Assess Environmental Destruction in Gaza. 76th International Astronautical Congress (IAC), Sydney, Australia. https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.17449112
Research Area 2: Legal & policy considerations (data access, sovereignty, privacy, and international space law implications)
Research Area 2: Legal & policy considerations (data access, sovereignty, privacy, and international space law implications)
El-Shawa, S., & Rotola, G. (2025). Earth Observation for Justice in Gaza: Ethical and Legal Implications. 76th International Astronautical Congress (IAC), Sydney, Australia. https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.17449136
Important Dates
Important Dates
Application open: October 28, 2025
Application deadline: November 10, 2025
Notification of selection: December 2025
Fellowship start date: January 2026
Final deliverables due: June 2026
Fellowship showcase event: July 2026
Fellows will be expected to produce a research report, a blog post for broader audiences, and a final presentation during the fellowship showcase. There will also be opportunities to connect this work to wider international platforms. The PSI team will provide guidance, resources, and feedback throughout the fellowship to ensure the success and impact of the research. Fellows will also receive a stipend upon completion of deliverables.
This fellowship is an opportunity to make a tangible, positive impact on how humanity approaches space exploration. If this is something that excites you, we invite you to apply and join our community.
Applications now open
Applications now open
Submit your application at the form below
Deadline: November 10, 2025 23:59 CET
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is the fellowship conducted remotely?
A: Yes, both the fellowship and final presentations are fully remote.
Q: Will I receive compensation for participating?
A: Yes, fellows will receive a small stipend after successfully submitting their deliverables.
Q: What resources are available to fellows during the program?
A: Fellows receive mentorship, access to databases, and networking opportunities.
Q: Can groups apply for the fellowship?
A: No, applications must be individual.
Q: Do I need to work in the space industry to apply?
A: No, industry experience isn't required, but having expertise related to the fellowship's topics is beneficial.
Q: How often are meetings with the PSI team?
A: There will be one check-in meeting per month with all PSI fellows, and 1:1 support meetings as needed.
Q: What are the benefits of this fellowship?
A: It offers networking opportunities with professionals interested in creating more just and equitable futures both on Earth and in space.
Q: Can I present my research at international conferences or publish it?
A: Presenting or publishing is optional. Fellows are encouraged to share their work at other conferences or in journals, though please note we don't provide additional funds for travel or publication expenses.
Q: Who are the people behind PSI?
A: Early-mid career professionals in the space sector with interdisciplinary backgrounds - ranging from international law and policy, to engineering, sustainability, and planetary science - who share a commitment to advancing ethics and social justice in the industry.
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