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UK Space Frontiers 2035:  a strategic vision for the future of UK space science

UK Space Frontiers 2035:  a strategic vision for the future of UK space science

The Frontiers programme, led by the UK Space Agency’s Chief Scientist Professor Adam Amara, sets out to define the UK’s long-term vision for space science, positioning the nation as a global leader in the field. 

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The STEM projects helping young people reach for the stars

Posted by: Phil Weaver, Posted on: 7 October 2022 - Categories: Education, Funding
Students build Mars rover models with STEM Create / Credit: STEM Create

The UK Space Agency invested £65,000 into projects to engage UK pupils in STEM learning and possible space careers.

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The night sky in October

Posted by: Derek Smale, Posted on: 6 October 2022 - Categories: Astronomy
Partial solar eclipse taken from the UK.

September brought that first icy night under the stars since March, and it’s always a mixed experience! 

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The night sky in September

Posted by: Derek Smale, Posted on: 6 September 2022 - Categories: Astronomy
An infrared image of Jupiter as photographed by the James Webb Space Telescope.

Some of the most beautiful sights in our night skies are visible through September, and if you can get away from the bright lights of towns and cities there are some real treats in store.

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Protecting big spacecraft from the harshness of space

Posted by: Dr Robin Frances, Posted on: 18 August 2022 - Categories: NSTP

Exploring how Keronite has evolved traditional optical coating processes for extra-large space structures 

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Moon to Mars workshop brings global space agencies to London

Posted by: Mariam Mufti, Posted on: 8 August 2022 - Categories: International
Global space agencies gathered for NASA's Moon to Mars workshop at the Royal Institution in London

The UK Space Agency joined NASA and international space colleagues to discuss NASA’s “Moon to Mars” exploration objectives during a two-day workshop in London.  

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Meeting my inspiration: how a moment started my career

Posted by: Libby Jackson, Posted on: 4 August 2022 - Categories: Careers, People

I’m often asked when I first became interested in space. It’s difficult to pinpoint, but, for as long as I can remember, I’ve been captivated by the wonders of the night sky and the adventures of those who’ve flown among them.

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The night sky in August

Posted by: Derek Smale, Posted on: 3 August 2022 - Categories: Astronomy

There’s a spectacular meteor shower, the chance to see the Moon passing close to all of the brighter planets of our Solar System, the Milky Way overhead and the possibility of noctilucent or ‘night shining’ clouds.

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Space sustainability plans will pave the way for future generations

Posted by: Edward Baker, Posted on: 5 July 2022 - Categories: Events, International, People, Space exploration, Space science, Space surveillance and tracking
UK Space Agency CEO Dr Paul Bate speaking at the Science Museum in London

Edward Baker reflects on the 4th Summit for Space Sustainability and how ambitious UK plans will benefit space users around the world.

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The night sky in July

Posted by: Derek Smale, Posted on: 4 July 2022 - Categories: Astronomy, Stargazing
Summer triangle of stars in the night sky

Look out for noctilucent clouds and possible meteors over the UK during the summer nights.

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How FORUM will improve climate change forecasts

Posted by: Professor Helen Brindley, Posted on: 28 June 2022 - Categories: Earth observation, Satellites
Team FORUM in the Earth Observation instrumentation lab at Imperial. From left to right: Laura Warwick, Jacqui Russell, Helen Brindley, Jon Murray, Sanjeevani Panditharatne.

Imperial College London's Professor Helen Brindley explains how the ESA FORUM mission, contracted to Airbus, will improve the accuracy of climate change forecasts and help scientists see the Earth through new eyes.

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