Team 1’s research focuses on space biomedicine related to the physiological and psychological adaptation of commecial spaceflight participants, and explores an interdisciplinary research model through the convergence of space medicine and tourism studies.

Our research explores two key areas in the field of space tourism.

1. Our research explores two key areas in the field of space tourism.

   Our research examines consumer behavior to understand the motivations and preferences of potential space travelers. By analyzing psychological traits and decision-making patterns, we develop targeted digital marketing strategies that promote commercialization of the space tourism.

2. Sustainable Space Tourism with AI Technology

   We also focus on building a sustainable space tourism industry by integrating AI technology with SDG and ESG principles. This approach aims to enhance environmental responsibility, promote ethical practices, and ensure long-term industry growth.

For Team 3, they closely examined the types of space weather that could occur during space tourism and analyzed the potential physical and technical risks associated with each level of severity. In addition, they focused on identifying strategies to overcome space weather risks.

Our research team is dedicated to advancing the field of space tourism by adopting an interdisciplinary approach that blends virtual reality (VR)–based experiential research, cognitive psychology, and tourism studies. We adopt immersive simulations to replicate space travel environments, allowing us to investigate how individuals perceive and respond to these novel experiences. Through these studies, we aim to identify the psychological, emotional, and behavioral factors that influence future space tourists. Ultimately, our goal is to contribute to the development of safer, more satisfying, and more sustainable space tourism experiences.

Our research focuses on understanding residents' perceptions toward the development of aerospace complexes and tourism-related projects in South Korea. As aerospace hub cities and space tourism initiatives gain momentum globally, securing local community support is essential, particularly in small and mid-sized cities. We aim to explore how these large-scale developments influence residents' attitudes and identify strategies to align such projects with local priorities.

Immersive Recovery Through Space Tourism: An Experimental Study on Psychological and Physiological Responses

This division explores how space tourism—particularly zero-gravity and immersive space environments—can contribute to psychological recovery and emotional immersion, in ways distinct from nature-based healing experiences such as forests or hot springs. Participants will undergo VR-based simulations of both nature and space environments. We will assess their levels of recovery, mindfulness, and emotional engagement through psychometric tools, while simultaneously monitoring physiological responses such as heart rate variability (HRV). By investigating the potential mental health benefits of immersive space experiences, this research offers an empirical foundation for the emotional and cognitive value of space tourism. The outcomes may inform future development in space meditation, digital well-being, and space experience design. We welcome collaboration with research institutions, space experience developers, and experts in psychophysiological measurement.

Team 7's research focuses on individuals who have traveled to space, comprehensively exploring their psychology and experiences before, during, and after space tourism.

Our research explores two key areas in the field of spaceport tourism.

1. Our research focuses on developing indicators that support the sustainable growth of the spaceport tourism industry. By examining consumer perceptions, we aim to highlight how spaceports can contribute to the future development of the tourism industry.

Team 9 aims to advance a comprehensive understanding of space tourism by systematically synthesizing existing research in this rapidly evolving field. Through rigorous systematic review and bibliometric analyses, the team integrates and critically evaluates prior studies to identify key research trends, knowledge gaps, and theoretical developments. In particular, Team 9 seeks to uncover paradoxical and counter-intuitive findings that challenge conventional assumptions in space tourism research. By examining the accumulated body of literature from multiple perspectives, the team provides a coherent overview of the field and proposes meaningful and forward-looking directions for future research.

Team 10 investigates how virtual reality experiences shape space tourism intentions by analyzing the interplay between risk perception and various anticipated emotions. The study utilizes a mixed-method approach, beginning with an experiment where participants undergo a VR-simulated journey into the cosmos. This is complemented by a structured survey designed to measure emotional shifts and quantify the psychological drivers behind travel decisions. Ultimately, the research explores how immersive technology can bridge the gap between perceived danger and the profound allure of space exploration.

Team 11 investigates how tourism intention is formed through the interplay of fantasy (mental imagery) and reality (telepresence/VR) using the Stimulus–Organism–Response (S–O–R) framework. In this model, fantasy and reality act as external stimuli that shape internal psychological processing. Specifically, these stimuli influence two forms of authenticity: existential authenticity (self-related experience) and objective authenticity (technology/environment-related perception). These authenticity dimensions subsequently evoke awe as an emotional appraisal, which plays a central mediating role in enhancing memorability and driving behavioural outcomes. Tourism intention is conceptualised as the final response, influenced both directly and indirectly through awe. The study adopts multiple quantitative methodologies to rigorously test the proposed relationships, including mediation pathways and indirect effects. By integrating immersive technologies with psychological constructs, this research aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of how experiential and emotional factors jointly shape tourism decision-making in increasingly digital and hybrid environments.

Team 12 investigates space tourism experience centers as emerging hospitality products. With commercial space hospitality expanding rapidly, how experiences are designed and delivered has become a central question for space research and practice. The research team aims to conceptualize and validate the Spacescape construct, theorize the Two Self Paradox of space awe (small self vs. enlarged self), and develop the Space Awe Experience Scale (SAES). Adopting a mixed-methods approach, the research builds the theoretical and empirical foundation for space hospitality scholarship.