July 03, 2025

Tardigrade Experiment Successfully Concluded

Gaganyatri has successfully completed the microgravity experiment involving Tardigrades onboard ISS. The study focused on their survival, revival, and reproductive behaviour in space. This study will provide valuable insights into the underlying biological mechanisms leading to resilience of extremophile organisms in microgravity environment and has potential applications on Earth especially in the area of therapeutics.

Ongoing Human Physiology and Biological Investigations

The Myogenesis study, which explores the effects of microgravity on human muscle regeneration, is progressing with planned interventions and recording of observations as per the experiment protocol by Gaganyatri. In parallel, other Indian experiments for studying selected strains of microalgae and cyanobacteria under space conditions are ongoing, contributing to research on regenerative life support systems and crew nutrition.

Human Machine Interface and Cognitive Testing in Progress

As part of the Electronic Displays human research study, the Gaganyatri carried out daily software-based cognitive and interface assessments. The study aims to optimize crew interaction with digital systems in the unique environment of space.

STEM Demonstrations for Outreach

ISRO aims to inspire students and the public by bringing the experience of space closer to Earth through its Outreach activities. Microgravity environment provides a great tool to demonstrate scientific principles. During this mission, the Gaganyatri is also conducting science demonstrations onboard the ISS, as part of ISRO’s planned scientific outreach activity.