British scientists have launched a crew of microscopic worms to the International Space Station in a pioneering experiment that could help unlock the secrets of long-duration space travel – and […]
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Space Biology: CBIOMES Preflight Microscopic Imagery Of C. elegans
This investigation studies how spaceflight impacts the relationship between organisms and their gut microbiome by observing changes in nematodes down to the cellular level to identify ways to maintain microbiome […]
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Worms In Space Experiment Aims To Investigate The Biological Effects Of Spaceflight
A crew of tiny worms will be heading on a mission to the International Space Station in 2026 that will help scientists understand how humans can travel through space safely, […]
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C. elegans Biological Investigation on Microbiome Effect in Space (CBIOMES)
The CBIOMES experiment will study the interactions between microbiomes and their hosts using the model organism C. elegans (a nematode worm).
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Lab-on-chip Technologies For Space Research — Current Trends and Prospects
The in-depth analysis concerning application of microfluidic instruments for space biology research is presented.
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Rich Molecular Language Guides Tiny Liquid Droplet Formation In Cells
Peering into a biological cell reveals a bustling microscopic world. The workhorses within this realm are specialized structures called organelles that perform vital cellular functions.
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NASA Selects Space Biology Research: What It Takes to Enable Organisms to Thrive in Deep Space
NASA announces the award of two grants or cooperative agreements for exciting new Space Biology research that will advance NASA’s understanding of how robust multicellular organisms respond, acclimate, and adapt […]
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Tricorder Tech: 3D Printed Compact Imaging Platform Validated for Space Research with C. elegans
In this newly published article, Dr. Siva Vanapalli of Texas Tech University reports on the testing and performance of a 3D printed compact imaging platform (CIP) that is integrated with […]
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Neural Integration System – ISS KIBO Cell Biology Experiment Facility
A preflight image of the sample holder which holds the Culture Bags with port, and used to accommodate it to the Cell Biology Experiment Facility (CBEF) in KIBO module. Effect […]