ISS Lacks Microbial Diversity

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Space station’s lack of dirt may damage astronauts’ health, says study

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Study found that the ISS is largely devoid of environmental microbes found in soil and water that are thought to be beneficial to the immune system.

The lack of microbial diversity could help to explain why astronauts often experience immune-related health problems such as rashes, cold sores, fungal infections and shingles.

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