Space Life Science

Offworld Life Science: ISS Expedition 70: Processing Cell Samples On The International Space Station

By Keith Cowing
Status Report
NASA
February 29, 2024
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Offworld Life Science: ISS Expedition 70: Processing Cell Samples On The International Space Station
NASA astronaut Jasmin Moghbeli processes cell samples — NASA

NASA astronaut and Expedition 70 Flight Engineer Jasmin Moghbeli processes cell samples for the Cell Gravisensing experiment aboard the International Space Station’s Kibo laboratory module.

The space biology investigation is exploring how cells sense gravity and may lead to improved therapies treating conditions such as muscle atrophy and osteoporosis both on Earth and in space.

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Astrobiology, Space biology,

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