From January 27 to 30, 2026, the 50th Academic Readings on Cosmonautics, dedicated to the memory of Academician S.P. Korolev and other outstanding scientists—the pioneers of space exploration—were held at Bauman Moscow State Technical University, bringing together leading industry experts.

Bauman Moscow State Technical University Rector Mikhail Gordin, State Duma Deputy Denis Kravchenko, Organizing Committee Chairman Vladimir Solovyov, Academician of the Russian Academy of Sciences, and Roscosmos Director General Dmitry Bakanov delivered welcoming remarks at the opening of the Readings. Heads of key companies and research institutes delivered plenary presentations, touching on the strategic directions of Russian cosmonautics development and emphasizing the continuous connection between fundamental science, education, and practical cosmonautics.

Over the next three days, breakout sessions and roundtables were held, featuring over 600 thematic presentations. Participants represented all leading organizations in the rocket and space industry, academic institutions, universities, and private companies.