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IRF scientists contribute to international whitepaper on the environmental impact of spaceflight

Scientists from the Swedish Institute of Space Physics (IRF) have contributed to a new international whitepaper examining how the rapid growth of spaceflight may affect Earth’s atmosphere. The report reviews the current state of scientific knowledge, identifies key research gaps and outlines recommendations for the research community, the space industry and policymakers.

ESA extends several space missions involving IRF

The European Space Agency (ESA) has decided to extend several of its scientific space missions. Among the missions receiving continued support are three projects involving the Swedish Institute of Space Physics (IRF): BepiColombo, Mars Express and Solar Orbiter. At the same time, the proposed future mission Plasma Observatory has been recommended to proceed to the next phase of ESA’s Science Programme.

New study reveals how magnetic fields may form near Earth

Scientist at the Swedish Institute of Space Physics (IRF) contributes to a discovery that could reshape our understanding of how magnetic fields are created in the universe. The discovery, presented in Nature Communications, reveals evidence of a small-scale turbulent dynamo in space and is based on data from NASA’s Magnetospheric Multiscale Mission (MMS).

Together towards Venus: IRF part of strengthened Sweden–India space collaboration

A Swedish scientific instrument will explore Venus. The Swedish Institute of Space Physics (IRF) and the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) are deepening their collaboration through India’s upcoming mission to Venus – an effort highlighted as part of the new strategic partnership between Sweden and India.