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Looking back at wonderful week at the IAC2024 we are happy to say that NottSpace had a highly productive conference, featuring several presented papers and numerous new collaboration opportunities. During the event, our graduate student, Kuang Sun, delivered an impressive presentation on “IDeT-Sat: A CubeSat Design for Space Debris Detection and Analysis,” highlighting their significant success in the competition. Our PhD student, Sedat Izcan, gave a talk on “Teleoperated Astropharmaceutical Payload for Long-Duration Space Missions: Project VITA!”. Another PhD student, Luis Cormier, presented two posters of papers titled “JamSail: A CubeSat Demonstration Mission for GNSS Interference Mapping” and “Alternative Orbits for Improving Lunar Navigation Services”. Dr.Nishanth Pushparaj delivered a talk on “Cubesats for Contrail Monitoring and Environmental Impact Reduction”. Additionally, Dr.Chantal Cappelletti participated in "Space for Climate Action: Monitoring, Adaptation, and Mitigation" and "Low cost highly autonomous (AI) small satellite constellation for deep space exploration" study groups within the International Academy of Astronautics. We are excited to share that IAC2024 is just the beginning of upcoming plans and projects for the NottSpace group, so stay tuned for more updates. We look forward to seeing you all in Sydney. #IAC2024

We NottSpace team here at Farnborough International !

Meet the team NottSpace at Farnborough International with Institute for Aerospace Technology (University of Nottingham) and University of Nottingham at Hall 1 (1026) #sustainability #netzero #jetzero #airshow

We have our pictures from Orbit! 🚀 The YPSAT, our Young Professional Satellite made by our ESA Young Professionals, launched aboard the #Ariane6 last night, and we are excited to share the pictures from orbit, alongside the video of the fairing separation of the Ariane 6 🛰️ The #YPSAT mission has finished with taking breathtaking pictures of our blue planet from above, which was only made possible by the unique Wake-Up System created by the young professionals. With teams actively participating in the launch in the Mission Control Room at ESA #ESOC and decoding in the labs of ESA #ESTEC, the pictures are truly out of this world! 🌌✨ Not only did YPSAT record the main milestones of the #Ariane6 maiden flight, thanks to the @OSCAR-QUBE, the mission also succeeded in its scientific goal, capturing the earth's magnetic field throughout the atmosphere. We want to give a huge thank you to our other partners Scanway, EnduroSat, AMSAT-EA, and the many ground stations that supported us through the night 🕺 #ESA #SpaceTeamEurope #Ariane6 #YPSAT

Proud to have contributed from the University of Nottingham to support ESA YPSAT mission!

Supported by the European Space Agency “Orbit Your Thesis!” programme, our VITA (Visualising In-situ Tx-Tl Astropharmaceuticals) mission, which earned us the title of being the first UK University to be selected for the program, was published by the UK Space Agency blog last week.

Looking for a PhD in Space Systems?? Applications are invited for fully funded PhD within the Faculty of Engineering in the Nottingham Geospatial Institute (NGI) Research Group (https://lnkd.in/e_zAKFWU )at the University of Nottingham. We are looking for enthusiastic and driven Ph.D. candidates interested in space systems engineering. Our expansive research areas encompass a variety of innovative fields, including but not limited to miniaturized satellite technologies, data-driven astrodynamics, space mission design and optimal control, solar sails technologies, development of micro-thrusters for CubeSats, advanced satellite attitude control, image-based orbital determination, inter-satellite communication, and space robotics. Our projects are integral in advancing space situational awareness, combating climate change, developing lunar communication systems, and facilitating frequent deep-space exploration with nanosatellites. This exceptional opportunity allows you to work and learn alongside esteemed academic experts and collaborate with leading international space agencies within a vibrant and forward-thinking research environment. Your Profile: 1.    UK or International 2.    Passionate about space exploration and innovative technologies. 3.    Hold a first or upper-second-class honors degree (or international equivalent) in a related field or an MRes/MSc in a relevant field. 4.    Strong analytical skills with a keen interest in either satellite systems or machine learning in space research. 5.    Essential Skills: Code programming (MATLAB, C/C++, Python, and/or similar) 6.    Excellent communication skills 7.    The ability to work collaboratively in an international and interdisciplinary team. Funding Support The studentships are fully funded (tuition fee + stipend) for 3 or 3.5 years (depending on the topic). Start date: October 2024. Supervisors: Dr. Chantal Cappelletti and Dr. Nishanth Pushparaj How to Apply: Applicants should contact the team leaders, providing their CV and a statement of research interests (max 1 page), by emailing cubesats@nottingham.ac.uk or chantal.cappelletti@nottingham.ac.uk or nishanth.pushparaj@nottingham.ac.uk We are fully committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion to ensure fair opportunity for all. Diversity strengthens our research community, enhancing research creativity, productivity and quality, and societal and economic impact. The Faculty of Engineering was the first in the UK to be awarded an Athena SWAN Gold Award, recognizing our commitment to supporting and advancing women’s careers in Engineering. Informal inquiries may be sent to cubesats@nottingham.ac.uk Please note that formal applications sent directly to this email address will not be accepted. Applications should include a CV and cover letter detailing relevant experience and why they are suitable for the role.