I can see it now... the first IIS Dob-In-Space!
The following is from Nature Highlights this morning:
Al.
Homemade satellites get a free ride
Japan offers universities and business a free launch. 
© JAXAJapan's space agency will begin offering free rides for homemade satellites aboard its H-IIA rocket (pictured).
Universities and private companies that are developing satellites for research purposes can now apply for a free launch from the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency.
The agency is planning to launch a few such satellites at least once a year, with the first one scheduled for 2008. It hopes the programme will help beef up the country's satellite expertise.
The move was praised by space-exploration enthusiasts in Japan, some of whom have travelled to other countries to launch small satellites at their own expense.
