Heart of space mission cleared for launch by University of Glasgow

Scientists at the Institute for Gravitational Research have successfully concluded extensive testing of a vital component of a future space mission.

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Curiosity rover

The watery past of Mars

Scientists conducting tests on a 1.7-gram fragment of a Martian meteorite have uncovered the first evidence of water dissolving the surface of Mars.

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Aurora

Auroras shine light on solar flares

Astrophysicists are looking to the Northern Lights to expand our understanding of huge explosions in the solar system: solar flares.

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planetary drillling

Is there life on Mars?

University of Glasgow ultrasonic drilling technology could help detect signs of life on the Red Planet.

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Space image courtesy of NASA.

Space Glasgow

New research programme aims to expand existing expertise in space-related science and engineering.

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