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Dive a little deeper into all things space!
Here, we share the latest news on space exploration, highlight groundbreaking missions, and dive into the science that fuels our curiosity about the cosmos. You’ll also find behind-the-scenes stories from the Space Centre, sneak peeks of upcoming events, and features that celebrate the people, technology, and ideas that make space exploration possible. Whether you’re a lifelong space enthusiast, a student with big questions, or simply curious about the universe around us, our blog is designed to spark wonder, inspire discovery, and bring the excitement of space closer to home.
Earth Missions
Climate change impacts all aspects of life here on Earth, as all environments are interconnected. […]
Gravitational Waves
Up until the first confirmed gravitational wave (GW) direct detection by LIGO/Virgo in 2015, researchers have relied […]
Exoplanets
Imagine for a moment that you are an alien adventurer who has ventured far from […]
Seeing The Visible and The Invisible
How are we able to get photos of worlds beyond our own? Stunning pictures of […]
James Webb Space Telescope: The Background
In a little over a month, and barring any last-minute complications, the James Webb Space […]
James Webb Space Telescope: Scientific Mission
This month, and barring any last-minute complications, the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) will launch […]
Astrobiology
Astrobiology is a nascent, interdisciplinary field concerned with the origins, evolution and distribution of life […]
Light
On Earth, our main source of light is the Sun. Solar radiation, or sunlight, provides […]
Black Holes
Learn about the history of black holes, and current scientific discoveries.
How Gravity Works
How Gravity Works Hi, I'm Rachel. The Astronomer at the Space Centre. Just old enough […]