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  • Space Ambition

    We are a group of investors, business executives, deep tech experts, and scientists united by our passion for Space. We are picking out the ideas and changes you won’t want to miss.

  • Alexandra Vidyuk

    Venture investor in Space Technology and Deep Tech. A physicist by education and a futurologist at heart, is a proud Mensa member with a passion for space and science.

  • Marat Airapetian

    I am part of a satellite development team In Armenia. Internships at NASA, ESA, ISRO. Eager to contribute to Mars exploration and engage in global space trends, I delve into the dynamic world of SpaceTech alongside the Space Ambition team.

  • Dr. Ivan Khrapach

    Rocket scientist, quantum engineer, physics educator, venture analyst, and Ph.D. in Physics. Expert author contributing deep tech insights for 271.vc and exploring the vast realm of space for Space Ambition.

  • Konstantin S Baranov

    uchicago alum • spacetech • verter.ai

  • Denis Kalyshkin

    Co-founder of Space Ambition, ex-rocket scientist and the US venture capitalist with 12+ year experience in transforming traditional industries with frontier tech, spacetech dreamer and Sci-Fi fan.

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