International Space Station: Off the Earth, for the Earth, and Beyond.

In 1998, assembly began in space on a satellite
that would be second in size and radiance only to
the Moon.NASA's International Space Station.
Completed in the 21st Century, the International
Space Station's role in the development of your
future as well as that of the United States space
program is enormous. Many things learned in
space are already benefiting life right here on
Earth. Ultimately this satellite will be the
springboard enabling nations around the world to
prepare to take the next giant leap past our Moon
and into the Solar System. Today NASA and the
International Space Station invite you to join us for
the first opportunity in history to participate in the
academic challenges and commercial
opportunities available as NASA travels beyond
Earth to understand and explore the Solar System.