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    ATHENA (Advanced Telescope for High Energy Astrophysics) was an X-ray astrophysics observatory mission designed to address fundamental questions about the physical processes that shape the Universe. It was the result of the reformulation, in 2011, of the IXO mission. In May 2012, ATHENA was not selected by the SPC to continue into the definition phase.

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    JUICE is Europe's next large science mission 02 May 2012 Jupiter's icy moons are the focus of Europe's next large science mission, ESA announced today, 2 May 2012. Read more

    New approach for L-class mission candidates 19 April 2011 ESA has decided on a new way forward for L-class mission candidates in the Cosmic Vision programme. This new approach takes account of recent developments with ESA's international partners. Read more


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    • Cosmic Vision 2015-2025
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