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Space travel accelerates the aging of human stem cells, reveals new research.
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The Sanford Stem Cell Institute has conducted 16 missions to the ISS. (UC San Diego Health Sciences via SWNS)
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Catriona Jamieson, M.D., Ph.D., with her entire team at the Sanford Stem Cell Institute. (UC San Diego Health Sciences via SWNS)
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Catriona Jamieson, M.D., Ph.D., is discussing the mission to the International Space Station with members of her team. (UC San Diego Health Sciences via SWNS)
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