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SpaceX launches four astronauts to space for six-month stay

Nasa says astronauts will do experiments aimed at advancing research for future missions to the Moon and Mars

The Independent UK · Oct 1

Watch: Breathtaking nighttime view of Earth seen in astronaut’s timelapse

The International Space Station has captured a breathtaking nighttime view of Earth during NASA’s Expedition 75 mission.

The Independent UK · Sep 22

In 2021, NASA sent 11 types of crop seeds outside the space station for 8 months; after their return, scientists tested whether they could still grow

The 2021 NASA seed experiment ultimately demonstrates why some of the most important space discoveries can begin with objects that appear remarkably simple. A tiny seed contains the potential for an entire crop, yet its ability to remain viable after prolonged exposure to the space environment could become increasingly important…

The Economic Times · Sep 19

In 2017, a fully automated facility for plant bioscience research was launched to the International Space Station: What NASA studied in space?

In 2017, a fully automated facility for plant bioscience research was launched to the International Space Station. The Advanced Plant Habitat studied plant growth in microgravity and supported experiments lasting up to 135 days. It used more than 180 sensors and systems controlled from Earth. After years of plant research…

The Economic Times · Sep 16

In 2014, NASA astronauts used an ordinary tape measure during six-month ISS missions; the Body Measures data later entered requirements for NASA's xEMU spacesuit

In 2014, astronauts aboard the International Space Station conducted body measurements to study the impact of microgravity on human physiology. This research provided NASA critical insights that shaped the design of future spacesuits. Utilizing basic tools such as tape measures was instrumental in making significant engineering improvements. Ultimately, this work…

The Economic Times · Sep 15

In 2025, DLR tested continuous spirulina growth on the ISS for future closed-loop life support; Limnospira indica produced oxygen and edible biomass in microgravity

In a groundbreaking experiment, scientists have successfully cultivated spirulina aboard the International Space Station, paving the way for future Mars exploration. This remarkable blue-green algae can generate oxygen and produce biomass, allowing astronauts to grow food and breathable air independently of Earth. With its high nutritional value and small ecological…

The Economic Times · Sep 15

Could astronauts get cataract surgery on Mars? Scientists test eye implants in space

The research team sent 135 unpackaged artificial lenses to the International Space Station, where they spent around six months exposed to conditions in low-Earth orbit before returning to Earth for analysis.

Euronews · Sep 14

In 2019, Nickelodeon sent green slime to the ISS for eight demonstrations; the tests offered insights into liquid containment and hydroponic plant watering research

Astronauts on the International Space Station engaged in a fascinating experiment with Nickelodeon's iconic green slime. This unexpected project not only tapped into childhood nostalgia but also served as a crucial physics study, analyzing how the slime reacts in microgravity. The results promise to enhance our understanding of fluid dynamics…

The Economic Times · Sep 12

French ESA astronaut Thomas Pesquet: Europe must 'maximise scientific return' from ISS before closure

The French astronaut urged Europe and his home country to "maximise the scientific return" from the European Space Agency's next mission to the International Space Station, while stressing the importance of spaceflight for Europe’s strategic sovereignty in space.

Euronews · Sep 11

In 2022, China grew rice from seed to seed on Tiangong for 120 days; six seeds produced 59, and their descendants reached a third generation on Earth

Chinese astronauts have made remarkable strides in agricultural innovation by growing rice aboard the Tiangong space station. The experiment led to a successful seed-to-seed growth cycle, and subsequent generations thrived back on Earth, yielding rice with enhanced sweetness and nutritional value. This success opens exciting possibilities for future food cultivation…

The Economic Times · Sep 11