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The latest space news with a specific focus on space observation, space technology, space exploration, and the management of space debris.

Detecting the first stars in the Universe with the Roman Space Telescope

The Roman Space Telescope will study the first stars in the Universe to help understand the development of existence as we know it.

Space sustainability conference kicks off with £1.8m for tech innovation

The £1.8m injection is designed to give a boost to British organisations with technologies to support the delivery of space sustainability.

Did the Webb Telescope find signs of life on an exoplanet?

After exciting reports last year, did the James Webb Space Telescope actually find signs of life on an exoplanet? Find out.

Dame Jocelyn Bell Burnell becomes second woman to win Copley Medal

Dame Jocelyn Bell Burnell, a pioneering astrophysicist, has been named the 2021 winner of the Royal Society’s esteemed Copley Medal, becoming the second woman in history to receive the award.

Groundbreaking interstellar investigations launching on SpaceX-CRS-23

SpaceX-CRS-23 is scheduled to launch on August 28, transporting precious cargo, enabling a myriad of intergalactic studies onboard the ISS.

NASA award $750,000 to advance data transfer proficiency in space

A team of US-based engineers has been awarded considerable funding from NASA to enhance data transfer capabilities in space exploration.

Applications for the James Webb Space Telescope in the UK

Two new dedicated fellows will facilitate the introduction of the James Webb Space Telescope and its scientific capacities to public life in the UK.

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Mystery of orbital decay of hot Jupiters revealed in new study

A new Durham University study has uncovered a new mechanism that could solve a mystery about the orbital decay of hot Jupiters.

A circular space economy is more than just rocket science

In the North East of England, industry and academia have joined forces to develop the relevant skills to enable a truly circular space economy.

Astronomers uncover most massive stellar black hole in the Milky Way

Astronomers have made a groundbreaking discovery, identifying the most massive stellar black hole ever found in the Milky Way galaxy.

White dwarf research reveals how the solar system might die

Scientists from the University of Warwick have found that our solar system might be pulled into the gravity of a white dwarf star.

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Space sustainability conference kicks off with £1.8m for tech innovation

The £1.8m injection is designed to give a boost to British organisations with technologies to support the delivery of space sustainability.

Did the Webb Telescope find signs of life on an exoplanet?

After exciting reports last year, did the James Webb Space Telescope actually find signs of life on an exoplanet? Find out.

Astronomers uncover most massive stellar black hole in the Milky Way

Astronomers have made a groundbreaking discovery, identifying the most massive stellar black hole ever found in the Milky Way galaxy.

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Space Debris News

The latest space debris news looking at the management of space waste.

Could sustainable satellites be the way forward for the space industry?

The UK Space Agency is funding work to prolong the life of satellites to ensure space remains sustainable for future generations.

UK Space Agency commits to advancing space sustainability

The UK Space Agency is funding research into refuelling an upcoming mission to promote space sustainability. Discover more here.

How the Space Age is polluting our atmosphere

Discover more about the Space Age and how the rise of polluting metals in our atmosphere could destroy the planet.

Challenges of space-based Space Situational Awareness

Learn more about the challenges of ensuring Space Situational Awareness and how NORSS’ sensor technologies can assist.