Drug research and development beyond earth’s gravity

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For the past 15-20 years, scientists aboard the International Space Station (ISS) have been pushing the boundaries of scientific knowledge. Through the use of microgravity and extreme conditions, there have been significant advancements in cellular behavior, tissue engineering, gene expression, organism growth patterns, and regenerative medicine. These advances provide exciting opportunities and challenges for conducting pharmaceutical and biotechnology research and development in space.

 

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