[NASA] Preflight image of Syto9 staining of Staphylococcus aureus biofilm as part of ODYSSEY, an investigation that evaluates biofilm formation and exchange of genetic material among two species of bacteria […]
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Posted inAstropharmacy / Biotechnology
Offworld Biotechnology: Brain Organoid Research
[NASA]. A preflight image of a brain organoid immunostained for different neural-specific markers.
Posted inExtremeophiles and Extreme Environments
Comparative Genomics Of Space-resilient Chroococcidiopsis Cyanobacteria Reveals A Core Genetic Repertoire Supporting Extreme Tolerance Towards Desert And Non-Earth Conditions
[FEMS Microbes] Desert cyanobacteria of the Chroococcidiopsis genus, due to their remarkable desiccation and radiation tolerance, are considered model candidates in the field of astrobiology.
Posted inSpace Stations
Offworld Space Biology: Setting Up The Life Science Glovebox
Bioengineering cartilage tissues and manufacturing advanced materials kicked off the week aboard the International Space Station. The Expedition 74 crew members also ramped up preparations for a spacewalk and conducted […]
Posted inAstronomy & Telescopes
Introduction To The Chinese Space Station Survey Telescope (CSST)
The Chinese Space Station Survey Telescope (CSST) is an upcoming Stage-IV sky survey telescope, distinguished by its large field of view (FoV), high image quality, and multi-band observation capabilities.
Posted inAstronauts and Explorers, Astropharmacy / Biotechnology, Microgravity, People Of Astrobiology, Plant Biology, Sample Return, Space Agriculture, Space Life Science, Space Stations, Status Report
Offworld Biotech: Handling Microbial And Botanical Samples
NASA astronaut and Expedition 74 flight engineer Jessica Meir activates tubes filled with microbial and botanical samples associated with a variety of student-designed experiments inside the International Space Station’s Harmony […]
Posted inAstronomy & Telescopes, Atmospheres, Climate, Weather, Exoplanets, -moons, -comets, Imaging & Spectroscopy, Press Release, Space Stations
The Capability Of CSST In Characterizing Planetary Atmospheres. I. Transmission Spectroscopy Of Hot Jupiters
Transmission spectroscopy has become a primary tool for probing exoplanetary atmospheres, enabling constraints on their chemical compositions and providing limited information on their thermal properties.
Posted inMicrogravity, Space Agriculture, Space Life Science, Space Physiology & Medicine, Space Stations, Status Report
ASGSR Newsletter – March 2026
The Marketing and Social Media Committee is pleased to share with you the March 2026 issue of the ASGSR Newsletter. This issue contains a message from our leadership along with:
Posted inMicrogravity, Space Life Science, Space Stations, SPACELINE Current Awareness List, Status Report
NASA Spaceline Current Awareness List #1,189 27 February 2026 (Space Life Science Research Results)
The abstract in PubMed or at the publisher’s site is linked when available and will open in a new window.
Posted inMicrobiology & Virology, Microgravity, Press Release, Space Life Science, Space Stations
Microgravity Affects The Nervous System And Aging In C. elegans Through Reduced Tactile Stimulation
Space travel is becoming accessible, yet our understanding of how space environment and microgravity (µG) affect biology, physiology, and health remains incomplete.