Have you ever wondered how smartphones, computers, or solar panels work so efficiently? At their core are tiny but powerful materials...

Imagine crafting intricate metal parts that have to hold up in extreme environments—whether inside jet engines, cars, or even spacecraft....

What if metals could behave like glass—strong, flexible, and resistant to wear and corrosion? That’s the promise of amorphous metals, and...

Copper Indium Sulfide (CIS) is a key material in the production of thin-film solar cells, prized for its light-absorbing qualities. But...

Following the success of earlier experiments, the Material Science Lab Batch 3a continued ESA's pursuit to understand the deep science of...

On Earth, gravity plays a major role in how metals and alloys solidify, creating tiny imperfections during manufacturing. But in space,...

Mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) are the body's natural repair kit—capable of transforming into various types of tissues including bone,...

When we think about spaceflight, we often imagine floating astronauts and stunning views of Earth. But behind the scenes, their immune...

Our immune system relies on T cells to recognize and fight infections. But what happens when these cells develop in space? Dr. Millie...

Have you ever wondered why astronauts often return from space with signs of accelerated aging? Scientists led by Dr. Makoto Kuroo at...

Before conducting complex biological research in space, scientists need to ensure that lab animals can live comfortably in microgravity....

Living in space is tough on the body. From bone loss to immune suppression, astronauts face unique challenges. Scientists at Tohoku...

What happens to life at the molecular level when exposed to space? JAXA’s experiment involving transcriptome and germ-cell development...

Aging affects everyone, but scientists still don’t fully understand why muscles and bones deteriorate over time. One promising approach...

The Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) developed an innovative project called the Mouse Habitat Unit-5 to better understand how...

On Earth, your body uses a combination of sensory inputs—vision, touch, and your inner ear—to keep you balanced and coordinated. But what...

Imagine rocketing through Earth’s atmosphere, transitioning from gravity to microgravity, then back again. It’s a journey that can cause...

What happens when you send termites and caterpillars to space? That’s exactly what the experiment led by Michelle Lucas of Higher Orbits...

Have you ever felt dizzy after getting off a ride? Now imagine that, but in space. That’s essentially what astronauts experience when...

In space, even a small medical issue can become a critical challenge. That’s where the Moon Medicine experiment comes in. Spearheaded by...