Microbial Detection and Quantification of Low-Biomass Water Samples Using an International Space Station Smart Sample Concentrator.

ABSTRACT: The pressing need to safeguard the health of astronauts aboard the International Space Station (ISS) necessitates constant and rigorous microbial monitoring. Recognizing the shortcomings of traditional culture-based methods, NASA is deliberating the incorporation of molecular-based techniques. The challenge, however, lies in developing and validating effective methods for concentrating samples to facilitate this transition. This study is dedicated to investigating the potential of an ISS Smart Sample Concentrator (iSSC) as an innovative concentration method. First, the iSSC system and its components were tested and optimized for microgravity, including various testing environments: a drop tower, parabolic flight, and the ISS itself. Upon confirming the system's compatibility with micrograv

SUBMITTER: Blachowicz A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10537578 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature