
STFC blog
All blog posts ordered by publication date

11 April 2022
STFC funded astronomical camera reaches its Antarctic home
As a state-of-the-art camera takes its place on the Antarctic Search for Transiting ExoPlanets (ASTEP) telescope out in Antarctica, I reflect on my journey.

14 February 2022
Supporting the government’s commitment to level up the UK
Reflecting on how STFC’s Daresbury Laboratory is supporting the government’s levelling up mission and the economic and societal opportunities for the north-west.

21 January 2022
James Webb Space Telescope: science mission
After the successful launch of the James Webb Space Telescope on Christmas Day, I look forward to the science this incredible telescope will help us discover.

4 January 2022
STFC’s apprenticeship scheme strikes gold
STFC’s apprenticeship scheme achieves gold ‘We Invest in Apprentices’ accreditation. I reflect on the success we have had to lead us here and our future plans.

20 December 2021
James Webb Space Telescope: public engagement
People all over the UK, including tens of thousands of schoolchildren, are on the edge of their seats for the launch of the James Webb Space Telescope.