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As ESA’s ɸ-week draws to a close, let’s take a look at some of the ɸ-week highlights To source

As ESA’s ɸ-week draws to a close, it’s worth remembering that the science and technology involved in observing our planet from space isn’t entirely for the preserve of experts. With a growing interest in the environment and the climate, there are plenty of opportunities for the general public to take part. To source

Access to space was in the spotlight at this week’s Φ event which followed an ESA-hosted workshop on Europe’s emerging microlaunch services held in Paris, France for industry, investors and institutions. To source

Josef Aschbacher, ESA’s Director of Earth Observation Programmes, explains his concept of ɸ To source

The main focus of day four at ESA’s ɸ-week was on the opportunities Earth observation can bring to business and the economy To source

In mid-December, twin discs will begin glowing blue on the underside of a minibus-sized spacecraft in deep space. At that moment Europe and Japan’s BepiColombo mission will have just come a crucial step closer to Mercury. To source

It may not be your actual Superman, but participants to ESA’s ɸ-week are certainly embracing some ‘superhero’ ideas for the future of Earth observation, including high-flying platforms – something between a satellite and an aircraft. To source

The excitement and enthusiasm at ESA’s ɸ-week continues with participants exploring the wealth of new opportunities on the horizon To source

What do astronauts, Pokémon, wildlife park rangers and surgeons all have in common? To source