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COSPAR aims to promote international space research and to provide a forum, open to all scientists, for the discussion of what may affect the field.

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Committee on Space Research @cospar.bsky.social · Nov 28

We have arrived on Bluesky! But who are we?

Watch our (very short) movie to meet us and learn about our key role in promoting the peaceful and sustainable use of space to research the universe and improve life on Earth: www.youtube.com/watch?v=thrW...

COSPAR: The Movie!

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Committee on Space Research @cospar.bsky.social · 2d

We are gearing up for the #COSPAR2025 Symposium — are you ready too?

Before you pack your bags and set off for Cyprus, take a look through the scientific programme to plan your week: www.cospar-assembly.org/admin/congre...

A pretty pedestrian street in Nicosia, Cyprus

Committee on Space Research @cospar.bsky.social · 2d

ICYMI our PoE's Rosa Doran talked to @spacewatch.bsky.social about the future of space education: spacewatch.global/2025/06/spac...

Would you like to attend a COSPAR Education event in-person? We have a Public Outreach and Education in Cyprus 8-9 Nov: www.cospar-assembly.org/admin/sessio...

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Dr Space Junk (Alice Gorman) @drspacejunk.bsky.social · 5d

The object’s fall to Earth highlights the growing problem of space junk – and how humanity is dealing with it.
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How does a flaming piece of space junk end up on Earth? A space archaeologist explains

A piece of a suspected rocket found on fire in Western Australia highlights the growing problem of space junk – and how humanity is dealing with it.

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Committee on Space Research @cospar.bsky.social · 3d

What are the attendance options?

1) An online press conference on Thursday 8 November, announcing new results about a connection between space weather and human health.
2) In-person in Cyprus, including all scientific and plenary sessions

Read more: cosparhq.cnes.fr/assets/uploa... #scicomm

Committee on Space Research @cospar.bsky.social · 3d

📣Calling all science journalists! You can join us at the #COSPAR2025 Scientific Symposium 3-7 November.

We'll be gathering global leaders in space research and industry to address urgent challenges facing humanity, including climate change, space debris, space weather & international development 🧵

A view of the Aurora Australis from the International Space Station, over a point south of Australia. Parts of solar array panels of the space station are visible at right.

Committee on Space Research @cospar.bsky.social · 5d

Feeling the autumn blues? The #COSPAR2025 Symposium in sunny Nicosia, Cyprus starts in just 2 weeks. We can't wait to explore the role of space research in solving challenges facing humanity.

Sound interesting? You can still plan a last-minute getaway to join us: cospar2025.org#ticket_section

A view of ancient ruins on a seaside cliff overlooking turquoise water.

Committee on Space Research @cospar.bsky.social · 8d

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COSPAR Panel on Planetary Protection @cospar-ppp.bsky.social · 8d

Great free Planetary Protection course developed at the Open University. www.open.edu/openlearn/sc... #space #planetary

Introduction to Planetary Protection

As we explore the Solar System, it is important that we do not accidentally contaminate untouched and unspoilt extraterrestrial environments in any way. In this free course you will learn about ‘...

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Committee on Space Research @cospar.bsky.social · 9d

🧑‍🏫Would you like to get involved? If you're in Cyprus on 8 November, attend our free workshop for teachers covering StAnD, EXPLORE and other education resources, as part of the Public Outreach & Education Weekend at #COSPAR2025 in Nicosia.

Register: cospar2025.org/education/
#STEMed #STEM #AstroEd

Committee on Space Research @cospar.bsky.social · 9d

A special mention to Collège Marcel Massot with 5 detections and a participating school in Turkey: 7 detections!

Committee on Space Research @cospar.bsky.social · 9d

☄️Congratulations to the planetary defenders of the first StAnD Asteroid Campaign of 2025-26 (in collaboration with IASC)!

They set a new record: 14 preliminary detections!
Even more gratifying than these results is the experience of the students: "It's great, we work like astronomers!" #AstroEd

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Committee on Space Research @cospar.bsky.social · 15d

What can you expect? Through the weekend we'll have workshops and training on innovative STEM education techniques and classroom programmes, including our StAnD and EXPLORE projects, plus opportunities to network with space educators and experts.
#STEM #STEMEd #STEAM #SciComm

Committee on Space Research @cospar.bsky.social · 15d

📣Calling all educators! Step into a world where classrooms become launchpads, lessons turn into missions, and students transform into explorers during the free the Public Outreach & Education Weekend at the #COSPAR2025 Symposium in Cyprus 7-9 of November.

Registration: cospar2025.org/education/ 🧵

Committee on Space Research @cospar.bsky.social · 16d

If you’re a teacher interested in participating in this initiative, please contact [email protected]

You can find all the information about the campaigns here:
projectstand.eu/stand-astero...

#AsteroidSearch #StAnD #STEMEd #STEM #STEAM #PlanetaryDefence #AstroEd

This link will take you to a page that’s not on LinkedIn

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Committee on Space Research @cospar.bsky.social · 16d

📣Calling all STEM teachers: The autumn StAnD Asteroid Search Campaigns are in full swing

Would you like to start your school year by contributing to real scientific research identifying and tracking asteroids? The deadline to sign up for slots in the first campaign is tomorrow, 10 October ☄️

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Committee on Space Research @cospar.bsky.social · 17d

We are proud to be a partner in SPHERE, the Space Schools Exploration and Research Mission, an EU co-funded Erasmus+ project. Austrian Space Forum (OeWF) hosted us for the kick off meeting. Watch this space to see how students will create analog mission simulations in their own schools! #astroed

A photo of a group of people in front of an OeWF banner.

Committee on Space Research @cospar.bsky.social · 26d

🔭 🪐Would you like to join Panel on Planetary Protection chair Athena Coustenis at the #COSPAR2025 Scientific Symposium? Tomorrow, 30 September, is the last day for regular registration rates!

Register and learn more about the event: cospar2025.org #spaceresearch #planetsci #planetaryprotection

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Dr Space Junk (Alice Gorman) @drspacejunk.bsky.social · Sep 21

Cool terms and/or writing prompts from the latest issue of Advances in Space Research:
- random forest
- partially observable information
- clock determination
- heavy-tailed noise
- dawn flank magnetopause
- ill-conditioned equation
- vectorized rubidium

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Committee on Space Research @cospar.bsky.social · 29d

On a student budget? Remember, we have special rates for young scientists. Register by 30 September to take advantage of Regular Registration rates: cospar2025.org

COSPAR 2025 Scientific Symposium

The Committee on Space Research (COSPAR) is proud to announce the COSPAR 2025 Scientific Symposium in cooperation with the Cyprus Space Exploration Organisation (CSEO). This Symposium, themed "Space E...

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Committee on Space Research @cospar.bsky.social · 29d

📣Attention all early career researchers! Make sure you take advantage of the opportunities to build your network and knowledge at the #COSPAR2025 Scientific Symposium this November.

👩‍💼Outside of general sessions, you can learn about transitioning to industry at the PECISS Lunch Event on 06/11

Committee on Space Research @cospar.bsky.social · Sep 3

Planning your autumn schedule? Don't miss out on the #COSPAR2025 Scientific Symposium in sunny Cyprus, where we'll be exploring how space research and exploration can contribute to solving key challenges facing humanity: cospar2025.org Regular registration ends 30 Sept.2025

A view of the sunny coast in Cyprus, with blue seas and beige rock formations

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STOA @epstoa.bsky.social · Aug 7

Why is #space exploration, #science & space sustainability important?

👉We asked Prof. Pascale Ehrenfreund, President @cospar.bsky.social & Board of Directors of the #SpaceFoundation & member of the Global Future Council on Space of @weforum.org: wp.me/panTdn-4k3

@esa.int #EUSpaceAct

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Committee on Space Research @cospar.bsky.social · Aug 8

📖 Ready to settle into some weekend reading? Check out the newest issue of Space Research Today, featuring a visit to the world's deepest clean room, an update on @science.esa.int's Solar Orbiter, and the first Call for Abstracts for the #COSPAR2026 Scientific Assembly: issuu.com/jccospar/doc... 🔭🧪

The cover of Space Research Today issue 223

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Committee on Space Research @cospar.bsky.social · Aug 6

We're proud to see COSPAR President Pascale Ehrenfreund honored for her commitment to promoting and facilitating international cooperation in the space sector by our friends and colleagues at the IAF. Together, we are building a shared vision of a more connected and responsible space community.

A certificate for the International Astronautical Federation's 2025 Excellence in International Cooperation Award for COSPAR President Pascale Ehrenfreund.

Committee on Space Research @cospar.bsky.social · Jul 29

☀️ What connects the Sun and Earth?

The #ISWI – #SCOSTEP Space Weather School (5–9 Jan 2026, Mumbai 🇮🇳) is open for applications!

🎓 Master’s & PhD students
🌀 Focus: solar wind, magnetosphere, ionosphere
🌍 Learn from global experts

📅 Apply by 31 July 2025
🔗 iigm.res.in/sites/defaul...

#SpaceWeather

Banner for the ISWI–SCOSTEP International School on Space Weather, showing logos of ISWI, SCOSTEP, and the Indian Institute of Geomagnetism (IIG). The background features a dramatic image of the Sun emitting solar wind toward Earth, with a visualisation of Earth’s magnetosphere and magnetic field lines deflecting the incoming particles. The event dates (5–9 January 2026) are shown in yellow text.

Committee on Space Research @cospar.bsky.social · Jul 28

✈️🏛️ November may seem a long way off, but it's coming fast! Make sure to start making your travel plans for the #COSPAR2025 Scientific Symposium in Nicosia, Cyprus 🇨🇾

📌 Find more information on travel, accommodation and registration on the Symposium website: cospar2025.org

Rock formation jutting out over vivid turquoise-blue water, with clear skies and coastal cliffs in the background.