Imagine peering into the very code of life while orbiting Earth at 17,500 miles per hour. That’s exactly what the Genes in Space-8...

Genes in Space-7 took a bold step into the domain of chromatin structure and DNA packaging in microgravity. Led by student scientists...

Genes in Space-6, a standout student-led experiment, continued the mission of investigating DNA behaviors in space. Developed by a...

Genes in Space-5 brought cutting-edge gene editing to orbit. Conducted by student scientists Elizabeth Reizis and Sophia Chen from...

Genes in Space-4, a compelling continuation of NASA's educational research series, took student-driven science to new heights—literally....

Genes in Space-2 expanded our understanding of how microgravity affects DNA repair mechanisms in living cells. Created by high school...

Genes in Space-12 tackled a vital challenge for astronaut health: identifying and diagnosing viral infections in the unique conditions of...

Genes in Space-11 ventured into a unique scientific frontier: understanding how bacteria adapt and evolve in the microgravity environment...

Genes in Space-10 took student research to new heights—literally—by exploring how microgravity affects the protective caps at the ends of...

Genes in Space-1 marked a groundbreaking moment in educational space research by becoming the first student-designed DNA experiment to...

Microorganisms are master adapters, capable of surviving in extreme environments—from volcanic vents to frozen tundras. But what happens...

Imagine being a plant growing in space. There's no up or down, no gravity pulling your roots into the soil or guiding your stems toward...

In the realm of space science, even the tiniest life forms can have a big impact. Microorganisms, including bacteria and fungi, behave...

The study of blood in space continues to be one of the most compelling areas of biomedical research on the International Space Station...

The human body is an intricate system, constantly adapting to the environment around it. One of the most extreme environments humans have...

Understanding how forests grow, change, and absorb carbon is one of the biggest challenges in climate science. The Global Ecosystem...

Imagine small, floating robotic assistants helping astronauts carry supplies, inspect equipment, or even clean up—without needing human...

In the world of science fiction, robots often float through space with ease, clinging to surfaces as if by magic. In real life, making...

When astronauts venture beyond Earth, they take with them not just equipment and supplies—but also microbes. The human body naturally...

Imagine sending a small, sophisticated piece of equipment into orbit, one that has the potential to make all future satellite missions...