Russia’s Bion-M No. 2 mission launched 75 mice, 1500 fruit flies, and lunar dust to space; here’s why
Thursday, 21 August 2025 () Russia launched Bion-M No. 2 from Baikonur Cosmodrome. The mission carries mice, fruit flies, plants, and lunar dust. Scientists will study microgravity and cosmic radiation effects. Lunar simulants will be exposed to space conditions. The aim is to understand moon-like dust reactions. Animals will help explore radiation effects. This mission shapes future human space exploration and medical science.
Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla smiled and waved after completing an 18-day mission aboard the International Space Station. His safe splashdown off California marks India’s first-ever astronaut..
What does the Axiom 4 mission mean for the future of Poland's space industry?
Last week, an Indian, a Hungarian and a Pole have arrived at the International Space Station (ISS) for the first time...
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Indian astronaut Group Captain Subhanshu Shukla, piloting Axiom Mission 4, greeted the world with a heartfelt "Namaskar from space!" as he shared his excitement about reaching orbit. In a symbolic..