BRIC-24

Biological Research in Canisters

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NASA Image: ISS054E001485 - NASA astronaut Joe Acaba with Biological Research in Canisters - Light Emitting Diode (BRIC-LED) canisters prior to installation in the Destiny Laboratory to provide capabilities for seedling, microbial, or fungal growth investigations.

BRIC-24 tests how space affects plants. Studying plants in microgravity provides fundamental knowledge that can improve understanding of basic plant processes. Findings could support development of better agricultural practices on Earth.

Type

Experiment

Launch

June 3, 2021

Location

International Space Station

Objective

Study how plants respond to microgravity
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