A few weeks ago I reported that Yahoo will be laser-beaming a digital time capsule into space (Read: Shameless publicity stunt). Anyone who wants to contribute digital media (such as myself) can do so here. I thought I’d follow up by reporting on an opportunity for those who are feeling slightly less creative, but wish to contribute to something that will actually be launched into space, thus making the whole laser idea appear incredibly lame. NASA’s Dawn spacecraft will explore the asteroid belt carrying a microchip with the names of anyone who chooses to submit one. And you can print out a certificate to prove that your name will be launched into space. To get into space with as little effort as possible, go here for one-click space-keteering.

Warning: This offer expires on November 4, 2006.