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Daisy Rowan is passionate about the future of work, addressing the digital skills gap, and helping people unlock their potential. Daisy enjoys exploring and sharing insights on these topics, along with marketing best practices, through speaking, writing, and ongoing learning. She also leads key strategic initiatives, including Springpod’s US expansion and social impact efforts.
[London, UK – 30 January 2025] – Viasat, in collaboration with Springpod, has officially launched the ‘Space for Good’ STEM Innovation Challenge – a nationwide competition giving UK university and A-Level students the chance to tackle one of the most pressing issues of our time: space sustainability.
With a £26,000 prize fund, this challenge invites the brightest minds in STEM to propose technology-driven solutions that could revolutionise sustainable space exploration. Winners will receive cash prizes to support their education or launch their STEM ambitions, as well as expert mentorship and industry exposure.
This isn’t just a competition—it’s a launchpad for the next generation of scientists, engineers, and problem-solvers. Whether it’s helping fund a degree, a research project, or STEM equipment, the prize money is designed to support students in taking their next steps towards a future in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.
Beyond financial rewards, participants will gain invaluable industry insights, guidance from leading experts in space and satellite technology, and a chance to present their work to a panel of professionals at Viasat’s London HQ in July.
The challenge is structured to give participants real-world problem-solving experience, with each phase designed to enhance their skills, provide expert insights, and prepare them for future STEM careers:
"Space for Good isn’t just a competition – it’s an opportunity to gain hands-on experience, get industry recognition, and receive support for your next steps in STEM," said Sam Hyams, CEO of Springpod. "We’re thrilled to partner with Viasat to provide young innovators with a platform to develop solutions that have real-world impact."
A spokesperson from Viasat’s Early Careers team added:
"We know that financial support and industry guidance can make all the difference for young talent. This challenge is about more than just winning – it’s about equipping students with the skills, knowledge, and connections they need to launch successful careers in STEM. We’re excited to see the creative solutions students bring forward and can’t wait to welcome the finalists to our London HQ."
🏆 1st Place: £5,000
🥈 2nd Place: £2,500
🥉 3rd Place: £1,000
🏆 1st Place: £10,000
🥈 2nd Place: £5,000
🥉 3rd Place: £2,500
Students can click here register, access competition details, and submit their entries.
For media inquiries, please contact:
📧 Daisy Rowan – Head of Marketing, Springpod
📩 daisy.rowan@springpod.com
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About Springpod
Springpod empowers students to demonstrate their potential through virtual learning experiences and connect with best-fitting employers and universities. Springpod partners with governments, universities, and leading brands such as Viasat, Amazon, Airbus, and Barclays to bridge the gap between education and careers, ensuring every young person can select and secure their brightest future.
About Viasat
Viasat is a global communications company that believes everyone and everything in the world can be connected. For more than 35 years, Viasat has helped shape how consumers, businesses, governments and militaries around the world communicate. Today, the company is developing the ultimate global communications network to power high-quality, secure, affordable, fast connections to impact people’s lives anywhere they are — on the ground, in the air or at sea