Space exploration demands ingenious engineering solutions, and one such breakthrough is the 'Efficient Microgravity Heat and Mass...

Imagine a world where diseases are diagnosed faster and more accurately than ever before—thanks to crystals grown in space. That’s...

Plants have long been a source of medicine, from aspirin derived from willow bark to anti-cancer drugs from the rosy periwinkle. But what...

Stem cells are a cornerstone of modern medicine, but growing them efficiently and safely remains a challenge. On the ISS, researchers...

On Earth, crystals often form imperfectly due to gravity, but in space, the story is different. In microgravity, crystals can grow...

After initial success with mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) in microgravity, NASA and the Mayo Clinic launched a follow-up mission to deepen...

Space travel can be thrilling, but it also comes with a set of biological challenges. One particularly serious issue is bone loss caused...

Space isn't just about rockets and stars; it's also about fluids—how they move, mix, and behave in ways we've never seen before. The...

What if astronauts could run blood tests in orbit with a device no larger than a lunchbox? The "Microflow 1 technology demonstration"...

Have you ever wondered how medications are delivered in space? On Earth, gravity helps fluids flow, mix, and diffuse naturally. But in...

What lives on an astronaut besides the astronaut themselves? That’s not a riddle—it’s a cutting-edge scientific inquiry. Microbes...

Imagine you're on the International Space Station (ISS), orbiting Earth at 17,500 miles per hour. It sounds like a science fiction dream,...

Your gut is home to trillions of microbes—bacteria, viruses, fungi—that help digest food, regulate the immune system, and even affect...

In the world of microbiology, antibiotic resistance is a growing threat. Microbes that evolve to resist medications can cause serious...

The space station might look sterile in pictures, but it’s far from microbe-free. Just like any closed environment, the ISS accumulates...

The International Space Station (ISS) is one of the most advanced laboratories ever built—but it's not just home to astronauts and...

Nitrogen is vital for life on Earth. It’s a major component of DNA, proteins, and other essential molecules. However, despite its...

Keeping the International Space Station (ISS) clean and safe is a top priority, especially when it comes to the Japanese Experiment...

The International Space Station (ISS) is more than just a lab in orbit—it's also a habitat. And like all habitats, it's filled with...

What happens to microbial communities aboard the International Space Station (ISS) over time? That’s the question tackled by the...