SporeSat2 (SporeSat-2)

SporeSat2
Spacecraft SporeSat2 (SporeSat-2)
Type CubeSat
Units or mass 3U
Status not launched, expected in 2024
Launcher not launched
Entity name NASA Ames Research Center
Institution University
Entity Academic / Education
Headquarters US
Partners Purdue University, Santa Clara University
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Space biology science experiment project to investigate biophysical mechanisms of plant gravity sensing.

Description

Space biology science experiment project to investigate biophysical mechanisms of plant gravity sensing using “lab-on-a-chip” experiment approach. Utilize flight proven spacecraft technologies demonstrated on prior Ames nanosatellite missions such as PharmaSat and O/OREOS.

Technical objectives focus on refining current lab-on-a-chip sensor system in the development of a new CEL-C Advanced bioCD designed for the micro-satellite platform. In addition, the SporeSat payload will serve as a technology platform to evaluate new microsensor technologies for enabling future fundamental biology missions.

The primary goal of the SporeSat Project is to utilize an autonomous, free-flying spacecraft to conduct scientific experiments to gain a deeper knowledge of the mechanism of plant cell gravity sensing. Realtime measurement of calcium signaling and maintenance of variable gravity treatments during the flight experiment.

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Last modified: 2023-12-15

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