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UK Space Agency accelerator drives investment and growth across the space sector

The UK Space Agency Accelerator is continually demonstrating the importance of investment, innovation, and commercial growth across the UK space sector. This is further supported by strong results from the 2025 Explore and Leo accelerator cohorts.

Cosmic question mark captured by NASA’s JWST

In a fascinating celestial spectacle, the cutting-edge NASA James Webb Space Telescope has recently unveiled an enigmatic occurrence.

SpaceX introduces bandwagon rideshares for potential commercial space travel

SpaceX introduces bandwagon rideshares, addressing the growing demand for mid-inclination orbits, marking a pioneering step in accessible space exploration.

First tourism space mission takes flight thanks to Virgin Galactic

After years of anticipation, Virgin Galactic, the brainchild of Richard Branson, has finally launched its first tourism space mission, fulfilling a long-standing commitment.

Space Transportation: Momentus unveils M-1000 satellite bus

In-space transportation provider Momentus introduces the M-1000, a satellite bus variant of its Vigoride tug, catering to diverse customer needs.

Accurate forecasting of space weather is needed now

Space weather experts agree that without accurate forecasting, the Earth is at risk of serious infrastructure damage from the next geomagnetic storm

Can a new algorithm protect us from near-Earth asteroids?

The asteroid discovery algorithm, HelioLinc3D, has revealed its ability to detect “potentially hazardous” near-Earth asteroids and potentially prove invaluable in times of need.

Groundbreaking image exposes secrets of planet formation

European Southern Observatory's groundbreaking image shows dusty clumps around a young star that may pave the way for Jupiter-sized planet formation.

Magnetic and acoustic levitation to protect bioprint heart models against radiation

The new PULSE project utilising both magnetic and acoustic levitation claims to hold the key to bioprinting technology with potential applications in space and on Earth.

Galactic Enigma: The mystery of a dark matter-free galaxy

A team of scientists, led by researcher Sebastién Comerón, discovers the galaxy NGC 1277 lacks dark matter, challenging cosmological models,

UK Space Agency reveals critical space tech for global collaboration

UK Space Agency has released it's Space Exploration Technology Roadmap outlines 11 critical technology areas to advance space exploration and boost the UK's collaboration with global partners.

New research reveals age of universe estimated to be 26.7 billion years old

Challenging the current cosmological model, a new study published in the Monthly Notices of the Royal Astronomical Society suggests that the age of universe may be nearly twice as old.

Euclid space telescope successfully launched by SpaceX Falcon 9

The Euclid Space Telescope, aimed at unraveling the mysteries of the Universe, has been launched aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 spacecraft from Florida's Cape Canaveral.

UK Space Agency invests £2.1 million in cutting-edge space technologies

The UK Space Agency has invested 2.1 million in hyper advanced space technologies throughout it's Enabling Technologies Programme.

European Space Agency appoints its first disabled astronaut

Former UK Paralympian John McFall has been hired as the first ever physically disabled astronaut for the European Space Agency (ESA) following a rigorous selection process.

The Goldilocks Zone: Hospitable planets may be more common than we think

In a groundbreaking analysis utilizing the latest telescope observations, astronomers from the University of Florida have revealed that one-third of all common planets in our galaxy may be classed as 'hospitable planets'.

First ever Saudi-Arabian woman ventures into space with AX-2 mission

The Saudi Space Commission embarked on the AX-2 mission on Sunday, which saw the first Arab female astronaut, Rayyanah Barnawi, go to space.

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