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11:26Now PlayingScientists have identified a new strain of bacteria, Niallia tiangongensis, on China’s Tiangong space station. It appears to have adapted — or evolved — to survive harsh space conditions by activating genes that help it resist some radiation and thrive in microgravity. Astrobiologist and microbiologist Jamie Foster explains how microbes can evolve in space, why it matters for astronaut safety and future missions, and what it means for both scientific discovery and the importance of vigilance.
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