Science & Environment: Jupiter in space agencies' sights

Science & Environment

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Jupiter in space agencies' sights Nasa and the European Space Agency forge ahead with a plan to send a probe to the Jupiter system and its icy moon Europa. Outer planets choice is narrowed Next space truck honours Kepler Europe's next space freighter will be called Johannes Kepler in honour of the great 17th Century German scientist. Skylon spaceplane gets cash boost The innovative UK Skylon spaceplane concept receives 1m euros of investment from the European Space Agency.