Tracking down microbial contamination on the ISS
Tracking down microbial contamination on the ISS
For the Touching Surfaces experiment, Matthias Maurer examined and tested novel surfaces for their antimicrobial effectiveness under space conditions. This is because long-term stays in a space station lead to the development of a microflora of its own from the microorganisms carried along, which can affect the health of astronauts on board.
