This conference will consist of a mix of invited talks, submitted contributions, posters and workshops. The program committee will establish the conference program on the basis of abstract submittals.

The presentations will be oral, so extended abstract are encouraged. The abstracts should be limited to 2 pages.

Submissions are solicited from those involved in  any aspect of space or terrestrial mining research, or development of technologies related to the three major themes. Submissions may be extended abstracts only, full papers with abbreviated abstracts, posters, or technology demonstrations.

Abstract Submission deadline is May 16, 2008