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Western Space @westernuspace.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

On October 1st, the Canadian Rocket Company broke ground at YXU on a new $30-million rocket testing facility 🚀🇨🇦 Named after London-born Artemis II astronaut Jeremy Hansen, the new facility will be operational by 2028, with first launch capability as early as 2032. www.ctvnews.ca/london/artic...

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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 · 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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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 · 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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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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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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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 · 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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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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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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Western Space @westernuspace.bsky.social · 11/12/2025

Meet our 1st #CountdowntoArtemisII expert: "Training astronauts using terrestrial analogues" with @drcrater.bsky.social prof of #EarthSci at @westernu.ca. Oz specializes in impact cratering processes, and takes astronauts through field expeditions in impact craters. 🔗www.spacerocks.ca

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Western Space @westernuspace.bsky.social · 09/12/2025

🌪️A Radar technique has been applied to study tornado tracks in forested areas for the 1st time by @westernu.ca ES prof @planetneish.bsky.social + co-authors Sophia Slabon + Connell Miller at the Canadian Severe Storms Lab. 🔗https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/07038992.2025.2579315#abstract

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Western Space @westernuspace.bsky.social · 04/12/2025

Are you counting down to the Artemis II launch & wondering what expertise goes into space exploration? It’s not just rocket science! Tune into our Countdown to Artemis II series, where we'll take you through some of the space research & activities underway by members of Western Space!

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Western Space @westernuspace.bsky.social · 04/12/2025

#WesternU earth science prof planetneish.bsky.social was recently featured in CBC on moss that survived outside the International Space Station for 9 months. How did it survive, and what are the implications for human space exploration? 🔗https://www.cbc.ca/news/science/space-moss-9.6984791

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Western Space @westernuspace.bsky.social · 02/12/2025

An international team of scientists, including @westernu.ca Physics and Astro professor Stan Metchev recently published an article on the discovery of dust storms on a 'Super Jupiter'-sized low-mass brown dwarf, orbiting a nearby star. Read more here: news.westernu.ca/2025/12/brow...

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Western Space @westernuspace.bsky.social · 28/11/2025

Today the Blue Skies Space Mauve satellite successfully launched aboard SpaceX Transporter-15! Mauve is on a 3-year mission to study stars + how their activity affects the habitability of exoplanets with support from @westernu.ca Physics + Astro prof Aaron Sigut. 🔗 bssl.space/blue-skies-s...

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Western Space @westernuspace.bsky.social · 21/11/2025

We had a great time at the GIS Days Open House event 🗺️ Thanks @westernu.ca Libraries for hosting - we can't wait till next year! Whether it was seeing the surface of the Moon + Mars in 3D like never before, or finding Perseverance Rover in Martian I Spy, let us know your favourite part!

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Western Space @westernuspace.bsky.social · 20/11/2025

Want to learn more about Amateur Radio (AR)? Tune into a session hosted by the @westernu.ca Skylark CubeSat team with a live demo from the London Amateur Radio Club! 📡 Nov 27th at 12:30 p.m. 📡ACEB 1410 📡Open to all western students interested in AR Learn more about Skylark: tinyurl.com/2pef2w2m

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Western Space @westernuspace.bsky.social · 18/11/2025

Are you interested in learning more about GIS tools and how they contribute to research, innovation, learning? Come visit the Western Space booth in-person at the GIS Days Open House event Wed., Nov. 19th from 10am-4pm at Weldon Library! Learn more: gisdays-westernu.hub.arcgis.com/pages/networ...

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Western Space @westernuspace.bsky.social · 12/11/2025

We are pleased to be represented at the Space Canada SpaceBound conference by @westernu.ca Sarah Gallagher & Matt Thompson! They will be available to chat about ongoing interdisciplinary space research & partnership opportunities at Western. Learn more: space-bound.ca

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Western Space @westernuspace.bsky.social · 31/10/2025

Happy Halloween from Western Space! 🎃👻 Join us on a Halloween Haunt through our solar neighborhood, and see just a few of the spooky features that are hidden in our backyard. You can learn more about each of the features above through their corresponding links below! 👇 1/2

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Western Space @westernuspace.bsky.social · 10/10/2025

Day 5 #SLW Highlight: Global Meteor Network (GMN) Outreach Program ☄️ The GMN, an international meteor-observing initiative, has an outreach program designed to engage youth across the STEAM fields by providing hands-on experience learning about meteor science! Learn more below⬇️ 1/2

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