JASTEC aims to serve as a platform for pioneering studies in the physical and chemical applications of planetary science, space observations, and exploration. JASTEC publishes original, groundbreaking research and comprehensive reviews on a broad array of the rapidly growing astronomy, astrodynamics, astrochemistry, astrobiology, materials sciences in space fields, and their related technological applications in space. Specifically, JASTEC encourages innovative research ideas covering all aspects of new astronomical techniques and methods, space studies of the Earth's surface, meteorology, and climate. By providing a comprehensive platform for the dissemination of significant and innovative research, we aim to foster a deeper understanding of the universe and its myriad phenomena. We invite authors to contribute their most significant and innovative research, ensuring their work reaches a global audience of experts and practitioners.
JASTEC is dedicated to advancing the frontiers of knowledge in the fields of astrophysics and space science and technology. Our scope encompasses a broad spectrum of topics, including, but not limited to:
Astrophysics and Space Science: Astronomy; astrophysics; planetary sciences and deep space exploration; earth sciences; fundamental physics; high-energy astrophysics, life sciences as related to space; upper atmospheres, ionospheres, and magnetospheres of the Earth and planets, including, reference atmospheres; solar magnetic activity and heliogeospace environments; dynamics of celestial bodies in the solar system and artificial bodies; the Earth-Moon system, planets and small bodies of the solar system; space plasmas in the solar system and astrophysics from space; space debris, space weather, and earth observations of space phenomena.
Space Technology and its Related Fields: Space communication and navigation; spacecraft system design, guidance, navigation, and control; power and propulsion in space; advanced materials for space applications; robotics and AI; in-space manufacturing; environmental control and life support systems; in-situ resource utilization; disruptive technologies; data systems; space weather and space hazards awareness; launch, communication, and navigation infrastructures; extraterrestrial sample collection and curation facilities; future Moon and Mars stations; research platforms and gateways; space law and policy.
