Fighting Cancer with Microgravity Research (Video)
Dr. Luis Zea, a researcher at BioServe Space Technologies, discusses how the microgravity environment of the ISSInternational Space Station benefits his research. He explains that cells grown in space arrange themselves into three-dimensional groupings, which more closely resemble what happens in the human body. His research highlights how the unique microgravityThe condition of perceived weightlessness created when an object is in free fall, for example when an object is in orbital motion. Microgravity alters many observable phenomena within the physical and life sciences, allowing scientists to study things in ways not possible on Earth. The International Space Station provides access to a persistent microgravity environment. environment of the International Space Station could help scientists pinpoint the cellular changes that cause cancer, potentially leading to new treatments that enhance the quality of life for patients or potentially develop preventive measures.