Alumnote Inc. (Headquarters: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; CEO: Toge Nakazawa), whose purpose is "to provide all next-generation individuals with the power to break through the unknown," will be in charge of planning and operational support for the second "SPACE IDEA CONTEST," organized by Manned Space Systems Corporation (hereinafter referred to as JAMSS), following its involvement in the first contest. The contest will be held on October 3-4, 2026, at X-NIHONBASHI TOWER (Chuo-ku, Tokyo), and applications will be accepted from university and graduate students nationwide. In the previous contest, applications were received from 128 universities nationwide, with participant satisfaction exceeding 96%. This contest aims to provide students interested in the space field, as well as those who have had little previous contact with it, an opportunity to engage with space and discover new career possibilities. ■ What is the SPACE IDEA CONTEST? The SPACE IDEA CONTEST is an idea contest for designing the future of people and space. No specialized knowledge of space is required. Students from all fields, including engineering, economics, law, medicine, design, and arts, can participate. Participants will work in teams to discuss and conceive of future society and life on the Moon, and present their ideas. A key feature of this contest is that students with different specializations collaborate, gaining new perspectives and learning. Participation is free, and travel and accommodation expenses for students participating from afar will be covered by the organizer. ■ Reason for Alumnote's Support of This Contest Alumnote, with its purpose of "providing all next-generation individuals with the power to break through the unknown," is engaged in various initiatives connecting universities, students, and companies. Students do not often have opportunities to connect their specialized knowledge with societal or industrial challenges. On the other hand, companies are seeking touchpoints with stu