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The quest for a cure for cancer has led to space. Researchers are studying several cancer-causing proteins that were sent to the International Space Station in December 2018. These proteins crystalized differently in microgravity, allowing scientists to better understand their structure.


The quest for a cure for pancreatic, lung, and colon cancer has led to space. In December 2018 researchers sent several cancer-causing proteins to the International Space Station. Their research made progress in developing a drug to prevent cancer growth.

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