Indian space agency ISRO and the Department of Biotechnology have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) for cooperation in space biotechnology research. The MoU focuses on microgravity research, space bio-manufacturing, bioastronautics and space biology. The aim is to address challenges in space missions, including the availability of nutrients, preservation of food, microgravity and radiation, health hazards such as cancers, cataracts, …
