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Belgian Research Institution, SCK CEN, to Send 3D-Printed Human Heart into Space for Innovative Aging Study

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30 augustus 2023 – 15:09

SCK CEN in Mol will send a 3D-printed heart into space in 2025. SCK CEN has also previously sent scientific tests on space missions. This time it is a miniscule replicated heart made with ink from human cells.

In space, the human aging process is up to 20 times faster than on Earth. As a result, health problems can be predicted and treatments can be tested. The intention is to try this with other organs later on.

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2023-08-30 13:12:44
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