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NISAR satellite has launched successfully, leading a new era for Earth observations

The NISAR (NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar) satellite was successfully launched from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh, this week.

Innovation IF23 Call boosts European decarbonisation with six new projects

The European Commission has expanded its support for clean technology development by awarding grant agreements to six additional projects under the Innovation Fund 2023 general call for Net-Zero Technologies (IF23 Call).

Europe launches an extended AIoD platform to improve research and innovation

Europe is advancing its efforts to become a global leader in artificial intelligence by launching a newly expanded AI on Demand Platform (AIoD).

Galileo launches OSNMA to combat satellite spoofing threats

With satellite navigation becoming increasingly crucial to global infrastructure, there is a growing threat of spoofing, which involves the deliberate broadcasting of false navigation signals, but OSNMA may be the answer to this problem.

Astronomers have discovered 2020 VN40 moving in sync with Neptune

Astronomers from the Harvard-Smithsonian Centre for Astrophysics have discovered a rare trans-Neptunian object called 2020 NV40.

TOI 1227 b planet shrinking under intense X-ray assault from its star

Astronomers have discovered a young planet undergoing a rapid transformation. Named TOI 1227 b, this infant world is being bombarded by intense X-rays from its host star, stripping away its thick atmosphere.

Sentinel-5A is expected to improve Europe’s global view on air quality

Europe is taking its next significant steps forward in atmospheric monitoring capabilities with the upcoming launch of Sentinel-5A, scheduled for August 2025.

Horizon Europe will double in size for 2028-2034

The European Commission has announced its proposal to double the budget for its flagship research and innovation programme, Horizon Europe, in the next long-term EU budget cycle from 2028 to 2034.

The UK Government has launched a new Life Science Sector Plan

The new Life Science Sector Plan aims to accelerate economic growth and transform the NHS through innovation, research, and technology.

The EU expands support for Ukraine tech start-ups with a €20 million funding boost

To help support Ukraine’s innovation ecosystem during a time of conflict, the European Innovation Council (EIC) has announced a new €20 million funding initiative targeting Ukrainian deep-tech small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and start-ups.

The European Commission launches a pilot project for a Mobile Responsive Launch System

The new Mobile Responsive Launch Systems will explore new concepts that will improve the continent's ability to deploy satellites and achieve greater strategic autonomy in orbit promptly.

The EU invests €21.4 million in new projects that strengthen explainable and robust AI

Three new projects, ROBUSTIFAI, AIXPERT, and TRUMAN, aim to foster better trust, safety, and transparency in artificial intelligence across Europe.

UK space sector receives new funding boost and projects

Manchester is currently hosting the UK Space Conference 2025, and the discussion highlights how the £454 billion industry continues to grow.

EIT has a vision to boost EU innovation and competitiveness

The European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT) has presented a new strategic vision that will reinforce Europe's innovation capacity under the EU's next long-term budget cycle from 2028 to 2034.

NASA comes closer to completing its NASA Grace Roman Space Telescope with solar panel installation

NASA has reached a massive milestone in the construction of the NASA Grace Roman Space Telescope, making it closer to the launch of one of its most advanced space observatories.

An international Coalition has been launched to support Ukraine’s research and innovation revival

An international Coalition has been launched to boost Ukraine's research and innovation ecosystem, which will help to rebuild the country's knowledge economy amidst the ongoing conflict and recovery efforts.

New laser design promises safer sensors and smarter tech

University of Illinois engineers have created a groundbreaking eye-safe crystal laser. This first-of-its-kind design, utilising a buried glass-like layer, promises safer sensors and smarter tech for defence, autonomous vehicles, and advanced applications/

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