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Space.com @space.com · 1h
Happy New Year, Mars! The Red Planet begins another circuit around the sun www.space.com/astronomy/ma...
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Happy New Year, Mars! The Red Planet begins another circuit around the sun
We had to wait 22 months for this milestone.
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Western University @westernu.ca · 6h
Today, Sept 30, we observe National Day for Truth and Reconciliation (#NDTR). Established as an official holiday in 2021 in response to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission's Calls to Action, NDTR honours the children who never made it home and the Survivors of residential schools.
The Survivors' Flag flies at Western University
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Western Space @westernuspace.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
Join us at Cronyn Observatory for this year's International Observe the Moon Night! 🌖 Cronyn will feature free public talks on Sept. 19 as part of a world-wide astronomy event focused on the Moon! Learn more about this exciting event here: cronyn.uwo.ca/event/intern...
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International observe the Moon night
We have a fun day planned for you at Cronyn Observatory on Saturday, September 19th – International Observe the Moon Night! 🌕 This annual event takes place in September or October, when the Moon is a...
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Western Space @westernuspace.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
@westernu.ca Catherine Neish + Sashank Vanga were featured on a recent episode of CBC Quirks and Quarks discussing their research in Hawaii. Using remote sensing tech, they're testing innovative ways to understand the Moon's volcanic history using terrestrial analogues. www.cbc.ca/radio/quirks...
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Western Space @westernuspace.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
Welcome back to the Fall semester, Western Space members! 🚀 We are looking forward to bringing you another great year of activities, opportunities and more. Follow along on our socials and on our website at www.space.uwo.ca
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Western Space @westernuspace.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
Spanish authorities are taking measures against wildfires as hundreds of thousands of solar-seeking tourists descend on Spain. @westernu.ca prof Jan Cami is unsurprised people are undeterred: "You don't need to be a scientist to actually enjoy this absolute spectacle." 🔗 www.cbc.ca/news/climate...
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Western Space @westernuspace.bsky.social · 11/08/2026
It's time again for the Perseids Meteor shower! ☄️ @westernu.ca professor and meteor expert Peter Brown spoke to CBC about his particular excitement around this years' shower. Learn how to get the most out of your meteor shower viewing: www.cbc.ca/news/science...
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Western Space @westernuspace.bsky.social · 07/08/2026
In the early hours of August 5th, a segment of the SpaceX Falcon rocket destined to drift into empty space instead impacted the lunar surface. #WesternU prof Stan Metchev joined @cbcradiocanada.bsky.social to discuss the scientific, technological + national defence significance of this event👇 1/2
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Western Space @westernuspace.bsky.social · 30/07/2026
Remember the fireball that streaked across southern Ontario in June? ☄️ Western scientists have successfully verified the origins of fragments of the fireball that landed on Cockburn Island in Lake Huron. Read the full story below! 🔗 www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
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Western Space @westernuspace.bsky.social · 28/07/2026
Scientists have observed sugar within the gas and dust between stars known as the interstellar medium. #WesternU prof Sarah Gallagher discussed the implications of this observation, and what it may mean for understanding the origins of life on Earth with CBC Radio. 🔗 www.cbc.ca/news/science...
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Western Space @westernuspace.bsky.social · 27/07/2026
@westernu.ca planetary scientist @planetneish.bsky.social Neish and PhD candidate Sashank Vanga travelled to Hawai‘i Volcanoes Nat'l Park in June to investigate lava flows that could reveal new clues about the Moon’s volcanic past 🌋 Learn more here: 🔗 news.westernu.ca/2026/07/hawa...
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Western Space @westernuspace.bsky.social · 24/07/2026
The Dragonfly mission to Saturn's moon Titan just got one step closer. Dragonfly, led by an international team including co-investigator @westernu.ca professor @planetneish.bsky.social has completed its frame qualification testing in prep for the July 2028 launch. 🔗 spaceq.ca/nasa-dragonf...
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NASA Dragonfly rotorcraft enters integration phase ahead of Titan mission
The NASA Dragonfly mission has completed frame testing. The rotorcraft will explore Titan and search for complex organic molecules in 2034.
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Western Space @westernuspace.bsky.social · 23/07/2026
A global network of cameras built to track meteors is taking on a new mission: helping scientists better understand how aircraft contrails influence Earth’s climate ✈️ Learn more about this int'l research project funded through the EU's #HorizonEurope program: news.westernu.ca/2026/07/hori...
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Western Space @westernuspace.bsky.social · 09/07/2026
All of us at Western Space are immensely proud of pioneering Canadian Space Agency astronaut and local Londoner, Jeremy Hansen, for all he has accomplished, all those he has inspired, and for the Canadian presence and future in space he continues to support. Ad Astra, Jeremy! 🚀
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Western Space @westernuspace.bsky.social · 03/07/2026
What could a day in the life of a future Moon resident look like? #WesternU prof. Joshua Pearce and his team's work on converting asteroids to food in deep space was featured in a Popular Mechanics Magazine article on generating human necessities in space. www.popularmechanics.com/space/moon-m...
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Rotman Institute of Philosophy @rotmanphilosophy.bsky.social · 02/07/2026
Media Highlight Rotman member and Physics and Astronomy professor Sarah Gallagher joined QR Calgary July 1 to discuss NASA’s plans to rescue the aging Swift space telescope. 🚀 Listen here: 🎧 Part 1: tr.ee/v8Zx0X4t21 🎧 Part 2: tr.ee/gYkYXG9Xa4 #westernu #nasa @westernuspace.bsky.social
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Western Space @westernuspace.bsky.social · 02/07/2026
How can we stay safe and cool during a heatwave? ☀️ For those in SW Ontario today, preventing heatstroke and other heat-related illness is a #1 priority. Follow along with regional health authorities for safety tips on how to keep yourself and your loved ones cool. weather.gc.ca/en/location/...
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Western Space @westernuspace.bsky.social · 18/06/2026
As humanity reignites its crewed missions, the question remains - how does radiation in space affect the human body? A collaboration between Canadian Nuclear Labs and #WesternU researchers will seek to answer questions for the future of space travel. 🔗 news.westernu.ca/2026/06/radi...
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Canadian Nuclear Laboratories collaboration with Western explores radiation exposure on astronauts
Organ and organoid-on-chip technology allows researchers to study biological effects of radiation
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Western Space @westernuspace.bsky.social · 15/06/2026
Thanks to all those who attended this year's Space Day! We were joined by our panelists who shared insights into launching Canada into space, and are very proud of the Collaborative Specialization students who shared their research at the conference. We look forward to seeing you next year!
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Western Space @westernuspace.bsky.social · 04/06/2026
Today’s NASA Astronomy Picture of the Day is brought you by Western astronomers! The JWST image of Planetary nebula Tc 1, was collected by @westernu.ca Jan Cami, Els Peeters + their team, + shows the structure first linked to carbon molecules, A.K.A. 'buckyballs.' 🔗 apod.nasa.gov/apod/astropi...
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Western Space @westernuspace.bsky.social · 29/05/2026
Hard to believe it's already been two weeks since #SciRen! We had a blast sharing the engineering + science behind the Skylark CubeSat, taking you on Artemis II's historic journey around the Moon + sharing a piece of the Moon! We look forward to sharing this experience again with you next year.
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Western Space @westernuspace.bsky.social · 28/05/2026
On May 25th, a rare sight unfolded. A live feed of the erupting #MayonVolcano in Luzon, Philippines caught the bright green flash + incandescent streak of a falling meteor. @westernu.ca prof Peter Brown lent his insight into the likelihood it produced a meteorite. www.nytimes.com/2026/05/26/s...
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westernuearth.bsky.social @westernuearth.bsky.social · 22/04/2026
Congratulations, Prof. Catherine Neish! @planetneish.bsky.social Recipient of a Western Faculty Scholars Award, recognizing exceptional recent achievements in teaching or research and international scholarly impact. Well deserved!
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Western Space @westernuspace.bsky.social · 22/04/2026
15 years after a team of Westernu.ca astronomers led by prof Jan Cami discovered ‘buckyballs’ in space using NASA's Spitzer Telescope, the team has returned with the JWST, revealing the first-ever detailed view of the planetary nebula - with spectacular results. news.westernu.ca/2026/04/jwst...
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Western astronomers reveal spectacular birthplace of cosmic buckyballs
A Western University team has returned to the planetary nebula Tc 1 armed with more data from the JWST’s Mid-Infrared Instrument to capture the first-ever detailed view of buckyballs in space.
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Western Space @westernuspace.bsky.social · 22/04/2026
On this EarthDay, join us in celebration of our Pale Blue Dot and the interdisciplinary endeavours of space exploration that work together to show us how special our home planet is. 1/3
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Western Space @westernuspace.bsky.social · 15/04/2026
Western Space is a vendor Science Rendezvous 2026! Check us out on May 9th to learn more about our interdisciplinary research projects, student opportunities, and how @westernu.ca is contributing to launching research into space. 🚀 Check out www.sciencerendezvous.ca for more info!
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Western Space @westernuspace.bsky.social · 13/04/2026
One of our very own! 🎉 Western Space's Research Institute Administrator Courtney Swinden has been recognized as a recipient of the 2025 Award of Excellence. Since the establishment of Western Space in 2019, she has been vital to its growth and success. 🔗 news.westernu.ca/2026/04/west...
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Gordon "Oz" Osinski @drcrater.bsky.social · 01/04/2026
I'm proud to be representing @westernu.ca down here in Florida for the launch of the historic #ArtemisII mission with #ldnont astronaut Jeremy Hansen onboard! #ToTheMoon #AllInWesternU @westernuearth.bsky.social @westernuspace.bsky.social
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Western Space @westernuspace.bsky.social · 31/03/2026
The launch of #ArtemisII is only a day away + onboard is London, Ont. astronaut, Jeremy Hansen. CTV sat down with @westernu.ca Earth Sci PhD student Jack Hostrawser @wabalaba1.bsky.social to learn more about his journey on the first crewed mission back to the Moon. www.ctvnews.ca/london/artic...
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Western Space @westernuspace.bsky.social · 26/03/2026
Join us on May 21st for our annual Space Day event! 🚀 This year's theme is The Road to Launch, where we will hear from an interdisciplinary set of speakers on the wide ranging aspects of space sovereignty in Canada. Learn more and RSVP at the link here: space.uwo.ca/events/space...
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Canadian Science Policy Centre @sciencepolicy.ca · 25/03/2026
Join us on April 16 for a panel discussion on shared research interests and national priorities with innovations in science policy between Canada and South Africa, focussing on opportunities, barriers, and actions to overcome them: sciencepolicy.ca/event/canada-south…
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Western Space @westernuspace.bsky.social · 16/03/2026
Thank you to all who attended the Research & Media Relations Workshop! Co-hosted with the Rotman Institute of Philosophy, it brought together academics active in science communication and media relations experts to discuss experiences and tips as they relate to engaging with the media.
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Western Space @westernuspace.bsky.social · 03/03/2026
Don't forget to tune in to the Research & Media Workshop hosted at Weldon Library tomorrow from 1:30 - 3:00 p.m.! Come hear from experts on what academics should know before engaging with journalists, practical do’s + don’ts, + common challenges + misconceptions. www.rotman.uwo.ca/event/resear...
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Research & Media Workshop: Co-hosted by the Rotman Institute & the Space Institute - The Rotman Institute of Philosophy
EVENT DESCRIPTION Join the Rotman Institute of Philosophy and the Institute for Earth & Space's Research & Media Workshop! Who: Western University research community When: Wednesday, March 4th, 1:...
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Western Space @westernuspace.bsky.social · 25/02/2026
Meet our speakers for the Research & Media Workshop! This workshop focuses on strengthening academics’ engagement with media + journalists, + brings together scholars + experts from #WesternU Media Relations team to discuss expertise as they relate to engaging with the media.
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Western Space @westernuspace.bsky.social · 18/02/2026
Join us for a Research & Media Workshop! Co-hosted with the Rotman Institute of Philosophy, it will focus on strengthening academics’ engagement with media + journalists. When: March 4th, 1:30 – 3:00 pm Where: D.B. Weldon Library, Scholar's Square 🔗 www.rotman.uwo.ca/event/resear...
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Western Space @westernuspace.bsky.social · 17/02/2026
Our next #CountdowntoArtemisII expert: Western Space Research Officer, Eric Pilles! He is project manager of an asteroid-eating bacteria project with an int'l team of researchers incl. @westernu.ca Engineering Joshua Pearce + @romtoronto.bsky.social Ian Niklin. 🚀 🔗 news.westernu.ca/2024/10/eati...
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Western Space @westernuspace.bsky.social · 13/02/2026
Remember to apply for Western Space's 2026 Undergraduate Summer Internships by Saturday, February 15th, 2026! You can apply for more than one project. Learn more about each of the projects and how to apply here: space.uwo.ca/training/sum... 🚀
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Western Space @westernuspace.bsky.social · 03/02/2026
We are pleased to support the @esa.int ExoMars + TGO/CaSSIS mission ops in the new Mission Control Facility! This team of @westernu.ca researchers, Western Earth Sci students + SherbrookeU students is planning images of #Mars using cameras aboard the Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter. #ExoMars #ESA
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Western Space @westernuspace.bsky.social · 02/02/2026
Meet our #ArtemisII Launch Party Speakers: @parshatipatel.bsky.social (Obruta Space) + Jack Hostrawser (Planetary Sci PhD Student, #WesternU)! See you at 7:00 p.m. on Feb 6th at Forked River Brewing Company for an out-of-this-world event! 🔗 www.facebook.com/share/17w1bz...
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Gordon "Oz" Osinski @drcrater.bsky.social · 01/02/2026
A nice piece by #CBC London about Canadian astronaut Jeremy Hansen's upcoming mission to the Moon! I was happy to share my thoughts #ldnont #ArtemisII #ToTheMoon @westernuearth.bsky.social @westernuspace.bsky.social @tvdsb.bsky.social www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
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Jeremy Hansen's historic space mission sends his hometown fans 'over the moon' | CBC News
The astronauts of NASA's Artemis II mission could be off to space in as little as one week, including Ailsa Craig, Ont. native Jeremy Hansen. Hansen is set to become the first Canadian to fly to the m...
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Western Space @westernuspace.bsky.social · 30/01/2026
Applications for Western Space's 2026 Undergraduate Summer Internships are now open! We are accepting applications until February 15th, and you can apply for more than one project 🚀 Learn more about each of the projects and how to apply here: space.uwo.ca/training/sum... @westernu.ca
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Western Space @westernuspace.bsky.social · 30/01/2026
Our next #CountdowntoArtemisII expert: #WesternU planetary geo PhD candidate, Jack Hostrawser! His research on impact cratering, remote field training and his work with astronauts provides unique insight into what the #ArtemisII crew will see on their historic journey. 1/2
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Gordon "Oz" Osinski @drcrater.bsky.social · 29/01/2026
My latest article for via @ca.theconversation.com on the upcoming #ArtemisII mission! Artemis II: The first human mission to the moon in 54 years launches soon — with a Canadian on board theconversation.com/artemis-ii-t... @westernuearth.bsky.social @westernuspace.bsky.social
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Artemis II: The first human mission to the moon in 54 years launches soon — with a Canadian on board
Jeremy Hansen will be the first non-American to fly to the moon — and will make Canada only the second country in the world to send an astronaut into deep space.
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Western Space @westernuspace.bsky.social · 29/01/2026
We are ready for the #ArtemisII launch!🚀 Western Space has partnered with the Forked River Brewing Company for a special #ArtemisII launch party. Join us on Feb 6th and watch humanity’s first return to the Moon in over 50 years! See post for details! #TeamHansen #ToTheMoon
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Western Space @westernuspace.bsky.social · 28/01/2026
Today marks the 40th anniversary of the space shuttle Challenger disaster, and the loss of all seven crew on board. Space.com revisits this tragedy and the lessons learned for modern times with far more frequent launches. Read the article www.space.com/space-explor... @pbarmby.bsky.social
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Western Space @westernuspace.bsky.social · 27/01/2026
#WesternU ingenuity is going to the Moon. Led by @westernu.ca Engineering prof Jayshri Sabarinathan, a team of researchers + industry partners were selected by the CSA to develop a compact dual-camera imager to investigate the resources + properties of the Moon. 🔗 news.westernu.ca/2026/01/dual...
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Western Space @westernuspace.bsky.social · 21/01/2026
Meet our next #CountdowntoArtemisII Expert: Mary Preville, Associate Consultant with CFN Consultants & former Vice President of the Canadian Space Agency. Mary was a key negotiator in securing Canada's spot on the Artemis II mission - set to launch in less than three weeks🚀 Learn more ⬇️ 1/2
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Western Space @westernuspace.bsky.social · 09/01/2026
Congrats to #WesternU's Denis Vida on his recognition in London's Top 20 Under 40! This award is presented by London Inc Magazine in recognition of those moving the city forward through professional achievement + community contributions. 🔗https://londonincmagazine.ca/2026/01/08/20-under-40-2006/
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Western Space @westernuspace.bsky.social · 08/01/2026
Welcome to 2026! #WesternU Physics and Astro prof @pgbrown2.bsky.social was recently featured on CBC discussing some exciting upcoming events in space, including a visiting comet, a mission to the moon, + meteor showers. 🔗https://www.cbc.ca/news/science/2026-space-stories-9.7017905
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Western Space @westernuspace.bsky.social · 18/12/2025
We at Western Space would like to wish you all happy holidays, and to reflect on an incredible year of interdisciplinary advancements in space research, new partnerships and collaborations. Thank you to all of our members for continued support. We look forward to seeing you all in 2026!
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