Julia Balm

Russia and China could kick off war in space - here's how Britain can fight back Maj-Gen Paul Tedman, the head of UK Space Command, says the threat of war in space is 'here, now' - and growing

How should the UK respond to the growing threat of space conflict?

FASI's @nuclearbalm.bsky.social explains "The use of dual-use civilian space systems further complicates escalation, as interference may unintentionally draw private actors into conflict."

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In a week marked by extraordinary escalation in the middle east, join us to discuss the 10th anniversary of the JCPOA, a landmark nuclear agreement between Iran & world powers

Hear our panel examine Iran’s evolving strategic posture & the JCPOA’s legacy:

www.kcl.ac.uk/events/a-dec...

Looking forward to your panels! Such interesting topics - we'll have to grab a coffee on the sidelines! 💫

Thanks for creating such a brilliant space for postgraduates to convene and share research. An inspiring conference, to say the least 🌟

What a fantastic day it was at the @fasikcl.bsky.social conference with four panels of incredible research by the next gen of air and space power thinking! 🚀🌟

This afternoon’s fireside chat at #LDC2025 explores ‘The Private Sector’s Role in Allied Space Defence’

Featuring FASI’s @nuclearbalm.bsky.social as Co-Chair, the panel explore how the increasing accessibility of space is reshaping global dynamics.

Applications close tomorrow! This is a great opportunity to do a funded PhD on a contemporary air power topic! ✈️🖋️

How has the RAF’s approach to sUAS evolved in response to the Ukraine war?

FASI’s Arun Dawson & @aleixnadal.bsky.social discuss in new research titled ‘Concept to Combat: The Royal Air Force, Small Drones and the War in Ukraine’

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📢 The Freeman Air and Space Institute is hiring!

We are looking for a PhD Studentship to support FASI’s research in the field of air power.

💡 Fully funded, stipend, tuition, & research support
🗓️ Deadline to apply: 9 April

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📢 Are you or someone you know considering a career in the think tank sector?

We're hosting an online webinar for those interested in the sector, aimed particularly at those from under-represented groups.

Find out more and sign up here👇
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Panel discussion: Women in Diplomacy & Security Celebrate International Women’s Day with the Centre for Science & Security Studies.

💡Join FASI's @nuclearbalm.bsky.social & @sophyhiggins.bsky.social who will be celebrating Intl. Women’s Day with a panel discussion highlighting the contributions of women to diplomacy & security.

📆 6 March, 12:15
📍 Bush House(SE)2.06

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⏰TODAY⏰

Join us today for an online panel discussion exploring the resilience of Ukraine’s air defence & the challenges of Russia’s use of counterspace capabilities.

📅 28 Feb
⏲️15:00 GMT

Register now 👇
kcl.ac.uk/events/war-a...

Tomorrow is the final day for submissions! 🌟

Panel discussion: Women in Diplomacy & Security Celebrate International Women’s Day with the Centre for Science & Security Studies.

🌷 Celebrating Intl. Women’s Day with this panel discussion on 6 March highlighting the contributions of women to diplomacy and security - organised by CSSS @warstudieskcl.bsky.social
@fasikcl.bsky.social

📆 6th March, 12:15 - 13:30
📍 Bush House (SE)2.06

www.kcl.ac.uk/events/csss-...

Commission and the High Representative present strong actions to enhance security of submarine cables Today, in Helsinki, Finland, Executive Vice-President Henna Virkkunen presented the Joint Communication of the Commission and the HRVP to strengthen the security and resilience of submarine cables.

The EU is beefing up its subsea security.

Today, we are taking steps to sanction saboteurs, deter adversaries and mobilise our military and civil capacities when needed.

This includes boosting funding to safeguard critical infrastructure.

How will the UK pay for higher defence spending? Chancellor Rachel Reeves is under pressure to increase funding to the armed forces as security concerns grow

A question many Europeans are asking themselves.

on.ft.com/3Xad4pR How will the UK pay for higher defence spending? 🎁🔗

Emerging Voices Network - BASIC BASIC’s Emerging Voices Network is a sustainable global network of high-potential, early career technical and policy experts who have begun to inherit the responsibility to manage nuclear threats.

Are you an ECR interested in nuclear weapons and nuclear policy issues? Then check out the EVN, part of
@basicint.bsky.social. More info can also be found here: basicint.org/emerging-voi...

FCC sets stage for SpaceX and wireless industry C-band showdown The Federal Communications Commission looks set to launch a process to review new uses for upper C-band satellite spectrum at its first open meeting under Chairman Brendan Carr Feb. 27, potentially…

The FCC is looking to reallocate more C-band spectrum, but the question is whether it will go to LEO broadband or terrestrial wireless providers, or a mix of everyone

R&D is good spend if you look at rates of return, spillovers, and the qualitative aspects of developing and maintaining a workforce and skills base. A sustained and reliable track record of S&T funding is key to the delivery of a robust science sector.

Greater resources need to be allocated towards constructing an initial and adequate defence space capability, beginning at the R&D phase; this includes following through on existing strategies and programs to the end.

Pace of growth in tech is a priority in this next UK defence space phase.

New satellite deal to boost military operations, jobs and growth Armed forces personnel will have access to the latest space-based imagery for military operations, following a deal signed for a new satellite system, named Oberon.

Great announcement about Oberon today.

R&D is at the beginning for the UK to grow sovereign space capabilities and it’s important to celebrate and recognise R&D as a piece fitting into the larger space power puzzle.

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All about Tyche: UK Space Command’s first satellite YouTube video by Ministry of Defence

More images from Tyche released here: youtu.be/1hpTlC3DWYQ?...

Oberon satellite system to deliver advanced surveillance for UK military under £127m deal Unlike traditional satellites, Oberon uses radar technology to capture detailed images regardless of weather conditions or time of day.

First image from Tyche out is pretty exciting!! 🛰️✈️https://www.forcesnews.com/news/new-satellite-system-set-deliver-advanced-surveillance-uk-military-ps127-million-deal

European defence summit: Key takeaways on NATO, US relations, and procurement NATO allies face a critical moment when it comes to European defence, including procurement challenges, US relations, and strategic unity.

Great to speak with @camillegrand.bsky.social from @ecfr.eu on the future of European defence in the face of uncertain US support for the transatlantic alliance.
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Are you a @kingscollegelondon.bsky.social Masters student working on air & space related topics?

FASI are hosting a 'Drop-In Session' where students can discuss dissertation proposals & get tailored industry expert advice.

📅25th Feb, 10:00
📍Dockrill Room

Sign up 👇
www.kcl.ac.uk/events/postg...

This is a great opportunity for KCL students to learn more about careers in air & space! Final few spots remaining ✈️📡

💡In case you missed it...

The call for papers for FASI's Inaugural Air & Space Postgraduate Conference is open until Friday 28th February.

Find out more on how to submit your paper here👇

Yesterday FASI’s Julia Balm and Aleix Nadal Campos hosted a strategic wargame that focused on the UK’s Space Architecture.

Players were able to consider the evaluation of space dependencies and allied support in 2030.

Special thanks to Evan D'Alessandro for developing & running the game.

Internal Research Fellow (PostDoc) in the Directorate of Science at ESTEC, ESAC or STScl Internal Research Fellow (PostDoc) in the Directorate of Science at ESTEC, ESAC or STScl

🔭🚨 Astronomer PSA: the ESA Research Fellowships in space science are open for the 2024 recruitment round! These Fellowships can be held at ESAC (E), ESTEC (NL) or here at @spacetelescope.bsky.social (US) >> jobs.esa.int/job/Baltimor...