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NASA Crew Conducts Groundbreaking Research Aboard ISS

9/13/2025

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The Expedition 73 crew conducted research aboard the International Space Station (ISS), including a bio-nutrients experiment with purple kefir.
Astronaut Kimiya Yui connected with children in Japan via amateur radio, boosting morale.
NASA astronauts studied eyesight and balance using specialized equipment.
Zena Cardman monitored arterial stiffness and cardiac function with ultrasound.
Seven astronauts from NASA, JAXA, and Roscosmos are currently aboard the ISS, which has been continuously crewed for nearly 25 years.

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The Expedition 73 crew conducted research aboard the International Space Station (ISS), including a bio-nutrients experiment with purple kefir.
Astronaut Kimiya Yui connected with children in Japan via amateur radio, boosting morale.
NASA astronauts studied eyesight and balance using specialized equipment.
Zena Cardman monitored arterial stiffness and cardiac function with ultrasound.
Seven astronauts from NASA, JAXA, and Roscosmos are currently aboard the ISS, which has been continuously crewed for nearly 25 years.