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NASA Science@NASAScience_ · Jul 1

Introducing @NASAScience_! Bringing you the incredible science and research happening on our planet and beyond straight to your X feed. Stay tuned for more. 🌎🚀🌠

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International Space Station@Space_Station · Jul 15

Crew-11 is set to study plant cell division, microgravity's effects on bacteria-killing viruses, and on-demand nutrient production aboard space station. More: go.nasa.gov/44vidgq

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NASA Science@NASAScience_ · Jun 20

As of today, this account is officially archived. For updates about research conducted aboard the International Space Station, follow @Space_Station and @NASAJohnson. Our website will remain active with the latest updates as well: nasa.gov/iss-research

NASAScience_'s tweet card. Discover the research and technology demonstrations taking place in the International Space Station benefiting humanity and future exploration.

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NASA Science@NASAScience_ · Jun 18

Orbiting 250 miles above the Earth, research is conducted aboard International @Space_Station. From unlocking the mysteries of the universe to advancing human health, scientists harness microgravity to make discoveries not possible on Earth. go.nasa.gov/41hFAqv

NASAScience_'s tweet image. Orbiting 250 miles above the Earth, research is conducted aboard International @Space_Station. From unlocking the mysteries of the universe to advancing human health, scientists harness microgravity to make discoveries not possible on Earth. go.nasa.gov/41hFAqv

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NASA Science@NASAScience_ · Jun 17

.@Space_Station powers microgravity research that benefits humanity and future space exploration. Stay in the loop by visiting our website or signing up for our newsletter. Web: nasa.gov/iss-science Newsletter: go.nasa.gov/iss-research-n…

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NASA Science@NASAScience_ · Jun 17

You’ve got mail. 📬 Directly to your inbox: updates on research happening aboard @Space_Station. Sign up for our newsletter for the latest stories, videos, and news about the orbiting laboratory. Subscribe here: go.nasa.gov/31TohOP

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NASA Science@NASAScience_ · Jun 16

Heads up! NASA is consolidating its social media presence. This account will be archived on June 20, 2025. For continued access to our latest news, research, and resources from the space station, please follow @Space_Station.

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Nichole “Vapor” Ayers@Astro_Ayers · Jun 11

I got to install some hardware into our Microgravity Science Glovebox (MSG) this week! This is the Ring-Sheared Drop-IBP-2 experiment that studies the behavior of protein fluids in microgravity and tests computer models to predict that fluid’s behavior. In microgravity, we can…

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NASA Science@NASAScience_ · Jun 9

Update: 📣We're moving! Follow the @Space_Station account for the latest news about research happening aboard station. This X account will be archived over the coming weeks.

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大西卓哉（JAXA宇宙飛行士）Takuya Onishi@Astro_Onishi · Jun 4

This morning I collected data for European research Drain Brain 2.0. The strap around my neck and the device on my belly can record the volume of blood drainage from the skull. The research has been developed by the cooperation in Italy between ASI and the University of Ferrara.

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NASA Science@NASAScience_ · Jun 4

NASA and ISRO are teaming up to launch new research to @Space_Station with the Axiom-4 crew. These studies include muscle regeneration, growth of edible microalgae, e-display interactions, and the survival of tiny extremophiles in space. More: go.nasa.gov/4mEf0lz

NASAScience_'s tweet image. NASA and ISRO are teaming up to launch new research to @Space_Station with the Axiom-4 crew. These studies include muscle regeneration, growth of edible microalgae, e-display interactions, and the survival of tiny extremophiles in space. More: go.nasa.gov/4mEf0lz

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NASA Space Science@NASASpaceSci · Jun 4

The MISSE facility on the outside of the @Space_Station exposes experiments to space. A recent study tested tech that could help quantum communications tools "self-heal" against radiation damage in space. Learn more: go.nasa.gov/43gnxEe #QuantumLeaps #ThrivingInSpace

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NASA Science@NASAScience_ · May 23

.@Astro_Ayers was hands-on in the Life Science Glovebox testing ELVIS, a microscope designed to capture bacteria movement in 3D. This tool could help detect potentially infectious organisms in space. go.nasa.gov/4cWFaLZ

NASAScience_'s tweet image. .@Astro_Ayers was hands-on in the Life Science Glovebox testing ELVIS, a microscope designed to capture bacteria movement in 3D. This tool could help detect potentially infectious organisms in space. go.nasa.gov/4cWFaLZ

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JAXAきぼう利用ネットワーク@JAXA_Kiboriyo · May 21

Tick-tock! ⏰ #KiboRPC apps closing soon! Program a robot onboard the Kibo module of the #ISS & level up your skills! Hear inspiring messages from astronaut Onishi & more! Don't miss out! humans-in-space.jaxa.jp/en/biz-lab/new…

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NASA's Johnson Space Center@NASA_Johnson · May 23

🚨LIVE NOW: @NASA’s @SpaceX Dragon, part of the 32nd cargo resupply mission, is scheduled to undock from the International @Space_Station at 12:05 pm ET. x.com/i/broadcasts/1…

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NASA Science@NASAScience_ · May 22

.@Astro_Ayers retrieves a sample from ADSEP, a facility that allow the production of different protein crystals in microgravity. Results could fast-track the development of new and improved medicines and treatments. go.nasa.gov/4eA9cWo

NASAScience_'s tweet image. .@Astro_Ayers retrieves a sample from ADSEP, a facility that allow the production of different protein crystals in microgravity. Results could fast-track the development of new and improved medicines and treatments. go.nasa.gov/4eA9cWo

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NASA Science@NASAScience_ · May 21

Nichole and Anne pack up MISSE samples for return to Earth. MISSE exposed materials and tech to the harsh space environment outside @Space_Station. This platform helps design more durable materials and tech for future space missions. go.nasa.gov/45b1jUT

NASAScience_'s tweet image. Nichole and Anne pack up MISSE samples for return to Earth. MISSE exposed materials and tech to the harsh space environment outside @Space_Station. This platform helps design more durable materials and tech for future space missions. go.nasa.gov/45b1jUT

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NASA Space Science@NASASpaceSci · May 20

Space may look peaceful from afar but it’s a harsh environment—especially for humans. From DNA damage to bone loss to ensuring there’s enough food for missions—space is tough. NASA is working to keep astronauts safe. Discover: go.nasa.gov/463MnVm @ISS_Research @Space_Station

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Jonny Kim@JonnyKimUSA · May 19

M+33: The Air Force Academy (@Astro_Ayers's alma mater) is doing a neat botanical experiment to examine whether a carbon dioxide replacement can reduce a plant’s dependence on photosynthesis and increase growth in space-grown plants. This can help reduce energy use on future…

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NASA Space Science@NASASpaceSci · May 15

🌱 From growing food in space to protecting astronauts from radiation, NASA’s research in space biology and physical sciences drives technological advancements that benefit humanity on Earth. Explore more: go.nasa.gov/463MnVm #ThrivingInSpace

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