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Planck HFI mission draws to a close Planck HFI mission draws to a close
16 January 2012: After an impressive two and a half years of operation, Planck's High Frequency Instrument has finally exhausted one of its onboard coolant gases and reached the end of its very successful mission. Meanwhile the Low Frequency Instrument, which does not need to be super-cold, will continue taking data with unprecedented sensitivity at longer wavelengths.
Stargazing Live in 2011 BBC Stargazing Live returns to Jodrell Bank
12 January 2012: The hugely popular BBC series Stargazing Live returns to Jodrell Bank Observatory next week. Hosted by Prof. Brian Cox and comedian Dara O'Briain, the astronomy extravaganza last year attracted more than 10 million viewers over three nights.
The Lovell Telescope at Jodrell Bank Olympic Torch to visit Jodrell Bank
7 November 2011: Jodrell Bank Observatory in Cheshire East has been selected to take part in the London 2012 Olympic Torch Relay as a host location for people to welcome the Olympic Flame.
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