The Chinese space station mission successfully allowed a mouse to give birth to healthy pups, opening a new avenue for studying the effects of space on mammalian reproduction and early development. Six of the nine surviving offspring actively cared for their mother, confirming that a short-duration flight did not negatively affect reproductive functions. Scientists noted that the experiment will provide valuable insights for future long-duration missions where the health of living organisms is critical.
Space Mouse Gives Birth to Healthy Pups in Orbit
The Chinese space station mission successfully allowed a mouse to give birth to healthy pups, opening a new avenue for studying the effects of space on mammalian reproduction and early development.