Reflections on CM25 Chris Rapley ESSC Chair, 3rd December 2025 Attending the ESA Ministerial Council CM25 in Bremen last week was a profoundly uplifting experience. As a staunch internationalist, an enthusiast for European unity, and a contributor to the development of space activities for more than half a century, I found it truly inspirational to […]
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ESSC Statement Delivered at ESA Ministerial Council 2025 At CMIN 2025, the ESSC presented its statement to the ESA delegations as part of its role as an official observer. You can view the video and read the full statement below. Read statement
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ESSC Showcases Groundbreaking Science in Human and Robotic Exploration October 1st, 2025 The European Space Science Committee (ESSC) has released a landmark brochure, commissioned by the European Space Agency (ESA), celebrating Europe’s leading role in Human and Robotic Exploration (HRE). The publication, Human and Robotic Exploration Groundbreaking Science Discoveries, highlights breakthrough discoveries and technological
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Uplifting European Science: The ESSC SOAR Report July, 2025 The European Space Sciences Committee (ESSC) has released its new Strengths, Opportunities, Aspirations, and Results (SOAR) Report, prepared for the European Space Agency’s Ministerial Council 2025 (CM25). This report provides an expert assessment of Europe’s position in space science and outlines recommendations for future priorities. It
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In Memory of Professor Hermann Opgenoorth (1951–2025) Professor Hermann Opgenoorth | Photo Credit: Asa Lord @ SLA.se June 11, 2025 Professor Hermann Opgenoorth1951 – 2025 The European Space Sciences Committee (ESSC) mourns the profound loss of Professor Hermann Opgenoorth, who passed away on 19 May 2025. Hermann was not only a distinguished member of our
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Open Call: AFP Panel Membership April 1st, 2025 The Astronomy and Fundamental Physics panel (AFP) of the European Space Sciences Committee needs you! The mission of the ESSC is to give European space scientists an independent voice in the space arena. The ESSC provides unbiased, expert advice to the European Space Agency (ESA), the European
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Professor Roberto Battiston Appointed as Next ESSC Chair 26th February 2025 The European Space Sciences Committee (ESSC) is proud to announce that Professor Roberto Battiston has been appointed as its next Chair, succeeding Professor Chris Rapley. Professor Battiston will officially take up the position at the ESSC Winter Plenary 2025, bringing his extensive experience and
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Breaking Barriers: Women in Science and the Fight for Recognition On this, the International Day of Women and Girls in Science, ESSC’s Christian Massari details his interview with his colleague Angelica Tarpanelli. Despite their tireless contributions, women in science continue to face significant challenges in gaining recognition and advancing in their fields—yet their resilience and achievements serve
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ESSC Unveils New Brochure: Earth Observation: Groundbreaking Discoveries 21st January 2025 The European Space Sciences Committee (ESSC) is delighted to announce the release of its latest publication, Earth Observation: Groundbreaking Discoveries. This inspiring brochure, the result of a collaborative effort led by the ESSC Earth Sciences Panel, working with the European Science Foundation (ESF), the
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The Importance of Science for the Observation of our Earth Environment by Satellites ESSC Panel Chair Maurice Borgeaud outlines the history of mankind’s observation of our Earth by satellites, the commitment made by Europe for Earth observation, some of the most spectacular recent scientific breakthroughs, and the importance of continuing this scientific effort for understanding
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