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đź“…April 30, 2026 at 1:00 AM
Key science developments include ISS Expedition 74 biotechnology and physics research, Progress 95 resupply mission, and rising global malaria cases to 282 million by 2024.
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Progress 95 Cargo Spacecraft Docks with ISS

The uncrewed Roscosmos Progress 95 spacecraft successfully docked to the International Space Station’s Zvezda module at 8 p.m. EDT on Monday, delivering about three tons of food, fuel, and supplies for Expedition 74 crew.Source 2 Launched on April 26 from Baikonur Cosmodrome, it supports ongoing station operations.Source 2

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ISS Crew Advances Physics Research with New Quantum Gear

Expedition 74 crew installed new quantum research equipment and stowed cryogenic fluid hardware during physics maintenance on the ISS.Source 2 This work tops the scientific schedule amid ongoing station activities.Source 2

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Biotechnology Studies Resume on ISS for Heart and Cancer Research

On Thursday, Expedition 74 conducted heart studies, explored cancer therapies, and demonstrated a self-sustaining life-support system in microgravity.Source 2 These efforts aim to advance human health and space economy knowledge.Source 2

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ISS Biotechnology Probes DNA Properties in Microgravity

Wednesday's schedule featured biotechnology research on DNA and DNA-like nanomaterials using the ISS microgravity environment.Source 2 The crew also installed an advanced exercise device and tested virtual reality goggles.Source 2

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Global Malaria Cases Surge to 282 Million by 2024

Worldwide malaria cases rose from 238 million in 2018 to 282 million in 2024, according to the latest figures in the April 2026 Science & Research Report.Source 3 This increase highlights ongoing public health challenges.Source 3

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Expedition 74 Conducts Space Physics and Robotics Updates

Tuesday's ISS activities included space physics exploration, robotics software updates, and an emergency drill alongside biotechnology research.Source 2 These efforts support long-term station science goals.Source 2

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ISS Crew Unpacks U.S. Cargo Spacecraft Amid Science Work

The Expedition 74 team continued unpacking a U.S. cargo spacecraft while advancing biotechnology and exercise device installations.Source 2 This follows the recent Progress 95 arrival.Source 2

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Quantum Research Gear Installed on International Space Station

Physics equipment maintenance on the ISS involved installing advanced quantum research tools for Expedition 74.Source 2 Cryogenic hardware was also stowed to prepare for future experiments.Source 2

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Self-Sustaining Life-Support System Tested on ISS

A demonstration of a self-sustaining life-support system was part of Thursday's biotechnology research schedule aboard the ISS.Source 2 This supports long-duration space mission technologies.Source 2

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Cancer Therapies Explored in ISS Microgravity Environment

Expedition 74 crew investigated cancer therapies leveraging microgravity benefits during recent biotechnology sessions.Source 2 Findings could enhance Earth-based medical treatments.Source 2