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UK Space Agency funds studies to tackle space debris challenges

UK Space Agency funds studies to tackle space debris challenges

The UK Space Agency has awarded more than £380,000 across 10 technical studies to support international research into space debris through the Inter-Agency Space Debris Coordination Committee (IADC).

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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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The importance of space science and technology

Posted by: Conor Hagan, Posted on: 15 June 2022 - Categories: Funding, International Space Station, Space science

With London Tech Week underway, we are reminded of the importance that technology plays in all our lives.

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The night sky in June

Posted by: Derek Smale, Posted on: 1 June 2022 - Categories: Astronomy, Stargazing

Stargazers can look forward to the summer solstice and noctilucent clouds this month.

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In-person at the Space Propulsion Conference

Posted by: Josh Brayford, Posted on: 20 May 2022 - Categories: Events, Satellites

Last week (8-13 May) the UK Space Agency sponsored the Space Propulsion Conference 2022 in Estoril, Portugal.

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