An exciting new publication by the University of Southampton is out now, showcasing some of the inspiring and pioneering space-related research taking place. Space at Southampton 2022 includes an in-depth look at work at the University to enable space-based solar power to become a reality, from clever coatings to absorb the sun’s energy without burning up, to inventing a new type of space reflector, to beaming the solar energy back down to Earth.

This month, Britain is expected to make an incredible aerospace breakthrough. For the first time ever, a satellite will be fired into orbit from a launch pad in the United Kingdom. Along with it, many great projects will begin here on earth, one of which belongs to Dr. Ian Hendy, Senior Lecturer, Faculty of Science & Health, School of Biological Sciences at the University of Portsmouth. We met with him to discuss his exciting project that will assist in the prevention of climate change.

The 73rd International Astronautical Congress (IAC) in Paris was an excellent opportunity for regional partner University of Surrey to reconnect with the international space community and consolidate its position as a leader in space research and education on the world stage.

October 31st is not only Halloween but also Dark Matter Day. Space South Central interviewed Professor David Bacon, Associate Director of the Institute of Cosmology and Gravitation at the University of Portsmouth. Dark Matter can seem like a daunting subject but in reality is just the unknown. David breaks down the subject of dark matter and whether it is something that should scare us?

The University of Portsmouth has been successful in its bid to host a European Space Agency (ESA) UK ambassador.

A new space weather monitoring system, developed by the University of Surrey, could soon protect aircraft flying above the UK and the general public from harmful radiation caused by spikes in cosmic rays.

Space South Central members met at Surrey Research Park on 31 August to establish the first benchmarks to drive the economic benefits the space sector offers in the region.

You have probably seen the phrase ‘REF’ making appearances all over the internet over the last week. And perhaps you don’t know exactly what it means? For universities, it’s a huge day in the calendar.

Last week Paul Bate, CEO of the UK Space Agency, visited the University of Portsmouth to hear about the future plans for the south-central region’s space sector and meet key regional stakeholders including the University of Surrey, SSTL and those involved in the developing Space South Central partnership.