ISS Crew Unloads 6,500 Pounds From Dragon, Starts Blood-Cell Study
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Updated · NASA · May 18
ISS Crew Unloads 6,500 Pounds From Dragon, Starts Blood-Cell Study
5 articles · Updated · NASA · May 18
Expedition 74 began unpacking about 6,500 pounds of Dragon cargo after Sunday’s docking, moving time-critical research samples into station labs and freezers.
Jessica Meir, Jack Hathaway and Sophie Adenot launched a new platelet study in Kibo, preparing and processing blood-forming cell samples to track how microgravity alters clotting and immune function.
Chris Williams activated Dragon-delivered tubes for student-designed experiments using plant seeds, bacteria, mold, iron and aluminum to study space effects and support STEM education.
The crew is also preparing for a spacewalk later this month, with Roscosmos cosmonauts Sergey Kud-Sverchkov and Sergey Mikaev readying Orlan suits and tools while Andrey Fedyaev handled station maintenance.
As Russia plans its own orbital station, what does this signal for the future of international collaboration in space?
How will the new Metal 3D Printer change repairs and construction for astronauts living in space?
What critical health risks for future Mars missions could the station's new platelet research help solve?