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How a scientist used Britpop to reach Mars

Colin Pillinger died believing that Beagle 2 had not landed, and now his work is being celebrated around the UK.

October 8, 2026 1 min read Pressivio News Desk

Source: BBC Science and Environment

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Colin Pillinger died believing that Beagle 2 had not landed, and now his work is being celebrated around the UK.

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