The International Space Station isn't just a symbol.
It's a powerhouse of cutting-edge science, constantly revealing secrets
that defy Earth's limitations and drive us farther into the cosmos.
Our mission is research and science.
We have experiments mounted on the outside of the station
that are looking at Earth. We study our own bodies
and how they react to space, to weightlessness, to radiation.
And that helps not only us go on further in future missions,
but also helps for medical research back home.
And then we study lots of different things as well, like materials,
combustion, all sorts of things that help us understand life
back on Earth.
Yeah!
Microgravity doesn't play by the rules.
It flips them upside down, transforming how liquids flow, how flames burn,
and unraveling biological mysteries before our eyes.
I saw some heart tissues beating in space and it was incredible.
Sultan, we see that top one beating.
Looks like happy heart cells.
But we're not just along for the ride.
We're explorers diving headfirst into the challenge
and harnessing the power of this unparalleled platform,
just as we have been for decades.
We're on a relentless quest for answers,
seeking to understand the intricate workings of the human
body in space and ensuring future crews
stay safe on their daring journeys beyond Earth's orbit.
The human aspect of human space exploration is always
going to be very important, for decades to come.
And when it comes to technology, we're not waiting around.
We're discovering new ways to grow crops in harsh environments
and engineering innovations to tackle Earth's greatest challenges.
We have amazing technology that allows us
to recycle water and create water for us to drink.
It's delicious!
Microgravity isn't just a curiosity.
It's a game-changer in the fight against diseases back on Earth,
paving the way for breakthroughs that benefit us all
and enabling new economic opportunities in space.
Welcome Axiom 3, on board the International Space Station.
From our vantage point, more than 200 miles
above Earth, we are not just spectators.
We're gaining unprecedented insights into the world we call home.
and we're sharing our findings openly.
We're not just achieving results today.
We're sparking inspiration in future generations of explorers and embracing
the power of global collaboration as we reach for the stars.
What was your favorite experiment on the International Space Station?
Tobi, great question.
My favorite experiment was the one that I got to eat.
It was us growing Hatch chile peppers in our plant habitat.
Station, Huntsville on two.
We have video in Node-1. Look at those chili peppers.
And as we soar through
space at 17,500 mph,
each moment is a step closer
to unlocking the mysteries of our Earth, our universe,
and propelling our pioneering spirit even farther into space.
So come along for the ride aboard the International Space Station.