ISS to test lifelike robot materials, nanomaterials for cancer in microgravity
These investigations hold the potential to improve life on Earth and contribute to a thriving economy in space.
The International Space Station (ISS) astronauts are all set to conduct more exciting research in microgravity.
The uncrewed SpaceX Dragon spacecraft is on way to deliver 6,700 pounds of supplies, including scientific investigations, to ISS.
The launch aboard Falcon 9 rocket took place from Launch Complex 39A at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida at 4:15 a.m. EDT on Monday. This marks SpaceX’s 32nd Commercial Resupply Services mission to the orbital laboratory.
Onboard this mission are investigations into nanomaterials with the potential to treat osteoarthritis, the development of novel materials for lifelike robotics, and more.
These investigations hold the potential to improve life on Earth and contribute to a thriving economy in space.
Research on nanomaterial for cancer
One of the scientific investigations comes from the University of Connecticut and Eascra Biotech, supported by Axiom Space.
They aim to leverage the microgravity conditions to improve the production of injectable nanomaterials.
On Earth, factors like gravity can negatively impact the quality and delivery of these nanomaterials. Microgravity allows for the creation of larger, more uniform structures with better integrity. This research aims to determine optimal formulations and methods for cost-efficient production in space.