Microgravity Research: Group Captain Shukla’s Contributions to the Axiom-4 Mission

The Axiom Mission 4 is focused on scientific research, with Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla playing a key role. Shukla is conducting multiple experiments in microgravity, including the ‘sprouts project’ to analyze plant growth and development in space, the study of microalgae for life support, and crop seed experiments. These experiments aim to find plants suitable for space agriculture. Additionally, the mission involves studies on eye movement, mental health, and ways to combat muscle loss. Furthermore, the crew is gathering data on how clothing impacts heat transfer, cardiovascular and balance systems, smartphone motion sensor accuracy, and radiation exposure. The Acquired Equivalence Test, a cognitive experiment, is also a significant part of the mission’s research activities.