ISS Expedition 74 Crew Conducts 3D Bioprinting and Stem Cell Research in Orbit
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The International Space Station's Expedition 74 crew conducted research on 3D bioprinting of cartilage and stem cell production on Thursday, June 4, 2026. Additional activities included photographing plant growth, inspecting lab windows, and continuing preparations to pack a U.S. cargo spacecraft. The preceding day (June 3) involved human research, microbial analysis, and additional biotechnology work.
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· 3 pulledBioprinting Cartilage, Producing Stem Cells Fill Thursday's Research Schedule
3D bioprinting and stem cell research were the main research topics aboard the International Space Station on Thursday
The Expedition 74 crew members also photographed growing plants and lab windows for inspection while continuing to pack a U.S. cargo spacecraft
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