This document expands the original concept of science targeted missions to all uses in Space. This document is a development of a SPAN White Paper put together in 2019 on so-called Sci-Sats.
Download PublicationThis paper outlines areas for further funding in academic institutions in the areas of Space Technology and Training under the auspices of the National Space Programme.
Request PublicationThis paper outlines a proposed strategy to address a critical lack of funding for UK university research in space science, engineering and technology.
Request PublicationThis paper describes the case for a Nano-Launcher programme of research and development and the case for student competitions in this area.
Request PublicationTo establish a National programme for the development of new World-leading science using small satellite technology and missions to accelerate and demonstrate UK leadership.
Download PublicationA study into the nature and benefits of the UK's space science activity.
Download PublicationSPAN hosted a workshop on potential dual use on December 5, 2022, at Leeds University. The workshop report is only available by sending a request to SPAN, specifying why you would like to view it.
Request Publication16 December 2022
Congratulations to UK scientists involved in the SWOT mission which will launch tonight. Take a look at SWOT - Surface Water and Ocean Topography
11 November 2022
SPAN has coordinated a workshop for its members to engage with Government (civil and defence) and UK Space to discuss opportunities for dual-use of technology, missions and applications. Outputs from the workshop will feed into a UK Space...