UK scientists set to work with NASA on a new mission to study the Sun

UK space scientists are working alongside NASA to build a four-spacecraft mission aimed at revolutionising our understanding of the Sun’s atmosphere and how it affects the rest of our solar system.

Link to the news article on RAL Space’s website

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26 October 2026

EU Space Act: Implications for UK Universities

SPAN is seeking academics and research representatives to speak with Access Partnership about the potential implications of the EU Space Act for their institutions, research activities and international collaborations. These interviews form part of a study commissioned by the Space Partnership.

14 September 2026

SPAN Meetings 2026 – Q3

SPAN meetings offer key opportunities to collaborate, share ideas, and hear updates on papers in development. Your input is welcome and vital to shaping this work.

08 September 2026

New UK Space Strategy

We shared yesterday the news that the Government has published the new UK Space Strategy, alongside its Technical Delivery Annex.  Ahead of publication, SPAN was invited to provide a response from our Co-Chairs, Professors Anna Hogg and Mark Sims. Their statement has been included in the Government's announcement: