ESA to send probe closer to the Sun than ever

Solar Orbiter

ESA, with significant UK involvement, is set to unlock the secrets of the Sun!

On October 4, 2011, Solar Orbiter, in which the SPAT group is strongly involved, has been selected as one of the two Medium-class missions by ESA's Science Programme for implementation. These two missions are the first in ESA's Cosmic Vision 2015-2015 Plan.

More information can be found on:

- Imperial College News website

- the ESA website

- the UK Space Agency website

- tbe BBC website

Press office

Press Office
Communications and Public Affairs

Click to expand or contract

Contact details

Email: press.office@imperial.ac.uk