4-1-2026
In a Spectrum News interview, Kathryn Bolish discussed how Astroport contributes to NASA’s Artemis II mission not through direct spacecraft systems, but by helping develop the infrastructure needed for long-term human presence on the Moon. She explained that Astroport’s work centers on using lunar soil (regolith) as a construction material, enabling the creation of landing zones, power systems, and foundational structures that future missions will rely on. While Artemis II focuses on sending astronauts around the Moon, Bolish emphasized that companies like Astroport are preparing what comes next—sustainable habitation and operations on the lunar surface.
Bolish also highlighted the local impact of this work, noting that San Antonio students are actively involved through the WEX Foundation’s LCATS program, where they collaborate with engineers on real challenges tied to lunar exploration. These students participate in simulations, robotics, and research that directly support NASA’s long-term goals, showing how the Artemis program extends beyond astronauts to include education and workforce development. She framed Astroport’s role as part of a broader, modern “space race,” emphasizing that opportunities in space exploration are expanding and that people from many backgrounds can contribute to humanity’s efforts to live and work beyond Earth.