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Mice In Space

Posted by michael on from the crispy-critters dept.

benmcgruer writes "Space.com is reporting on the Mars Gravity Biosatellite Program. This international, student-lead, project aims to explores the topical issue of biological response to low gravity, specifically the 0.38-g found on Mars, by building and launching their own satellite, complete with 15 mice. NASA, Fark.com and Universe Today also have coverage."

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  1. Nuclear by 77Punker · · Score: 1, Offtopic

    I still think nuclear is the best option for power, beating chemical, solar, and even mouse-wheel.

  2. Re:Fisheye lenses... by NanoGator · · Score: 0, Offtopic

    "I for one welcome our new outerspace mouse overlords!"

    Who's the git that keeps modding this joke up?

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    "Derp de derp."