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Plants Could Let Astronauts Make Medicine in Space
Key Takeaways
- UC San Diego researchers described a plant-based method for producing and repeatedly harvesting a therapeutic virus in microgravity.
- The approach aims to reduce waste and preserve plants, making pharmaceutical production more practical on long-duration missions.
- The work supports a broader push toward self-sufficiency for lunar and Mars exploration.
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DT Editorial Team··via universetoday.com