Asteroid fragments narrow down timeframe for giant planets’ current orbits
University of Leicester-led study suggests that the orbital instability of the giant planets happened between 60-100 million years after the beginning of the Solar System
University of Leicester-led study suggests that the orbital instability of the giant planets happened between 60-100 million years after the beginning of the Solar System
Intensive new nano-analysis of the Winchcombe meteorite by a team including University of Leicester scientists has revealed how it was affected by water and repeatedly smashed apart and reassembled on the journey it took through space before landing in an English sheep field in 2021.
Exploring Mars and the latest results from the ground-breaking James Webb Space Telescope will be among the hot topics up for discussion at a major conference coming to Leicester.
Top scientists and engineers have launched a work experience programme to help develop the UK’s next generation of space innovators.
A panel of experts from University of Leicester will meet this week to discuss the future of Lunar exploration and its implications for international relations.
A space scientist, whose influence has reached throughout the solar system, and the University’s Chancellor, who encourages students to ‘reach for the stars’, are among this year’s recipients of New Year’s Honours.
A behind-the-scenes account of Leicester’s role in one of the most innovative missions to explore life on Mars has been released online just days before the mission landing’s 20th anniversary.
University of Leicester space scientists are marking the anniversary of a space telescope that aims to create the most accurate and detailed 3D map of our galaxy.
A ‘twin’ of the world’s wetlands is to be created by Leicester scientists from satellite data, mathematical models and artificial intelligence to help monitor and reduce methane emissions.
Space Park Leicester is thrilled to invite the public to join an event commemorating the 20th anniversary of the landing of the Beagle 2 Mars Lander on Christmas Day 2003, an extraordinary mission that captivated the world's attention.