The International Space Station May Need More Microbes to Keep Astronauts Healthy
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A new map of the International Space Station's microbial environment reveals a lack of diversity compared to Earth, with mostly skin bacteria present. This sterile environment may impact astronaut health, suggesting future space habitats might need to intentionally include beneficial microbes to support human well-being in long-term off-world settlements.
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