Micro Algae Culture Bag
iss059e054463 (5/7/2019) --- Photo documentation of Micro Alagae Culture Bags 1,2,3 and 4 in Node 2 aboard the International Space Station (ISS). Microalgae Biosynthesis in Microgravity (MicroAlgae) studies the effects of microgravity on Haematococcus pluvialis, an algae capable of producing a powerful antioxidant, astaxanthin. It could provide a readily available dietary supplement to promote astronaut health on long-duration space exploration missions.
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iss059e054463
Date Created
May 7, 2019
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JSC
Media Type
image
Photographer
Nick Hague
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