Biomanufacturing in Space Quiz

What is one of the main advantages of conducting biomanufacturing experiments in space?

• Microgravity allows cells to grow in three dimensions.

• Increased gravity helps cells grow faster.

• Space provides unlimited resources for experiments.

• The temperature in space is ideal for cell growth.

Why is it challenging to engineer blood vessels in tissues on Earth?

• Earth's gravity prevents cells from growing in layers.

• The lack of advanced technology on Earth.

• The immune system attacks engineered tissues.

• The complexity of creating branched networks of vessels.

How might biomanufacturing in space help with organ transplants?

• By making organs that are immune to all diseases.

• By creating organs that do not require blood vessels.

• By growing organs that are less likely to be rejected.

• By using donor organs more efficiently.

What is one method used by biomanufacturing facilities on the ISS to position cells?

• Using powerful magnets to position cells.

• Utilizing sound waves to move cells.

• Applying heat to mold cells into place.

• Using lasers to cut and shape cells.

According to Dr. Roberts, how long might it take to manufacture a fully functioning human organ?

• A few months

• A few years

• A decade or more

• It is currently impossible