In a milestone for space science, the crew of the Shenzhou-19 mission from the Chinese mainland touched down on Earth on April 30, delivering 37.25 kilograms of space samples to Beijing.
Within hours, these specimens (collected from 25 experiments in space life science, materials science and new technologies) were transferred to research teams across the city. Scientists are gearing up to explore questions from cellular changes in microgravity to the durability of novel materials under cosmic radiation.
Key details:
- Number of experiments: 25
- Total sample weight: 37.25 kg
- Research areas: life science, materials science and emerging tech
The rapid handover marks a new chapter in orbital research, promising insights that could drive innovations in healthcare, engineering and beyond. Stay tuned as these cosmic cargoes begin their journey from Beijing labs to breakthrough discoveries.
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Samples from Shenzhou-19 space experiments handed over to scientists
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