microgravity
noun
mi·cro·grav·i·ty
ˌmī-krə-ˈgra-və-tē 
: a condition in space in which only minuscule forces are experienced : virtual absence of gravity
broadly
: a condition of weightlessness
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Namely, in a no-gravity or microgravity environment, researchers can slow down the growth of crystals forming from the protein molecules that play a crucial role in discovering new drugs.
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Ethan Karp, Forbes, 11 Sep. 2024
The digital twin enabled the mission team to navigate the challenging microgravity environment around asteroid Bennu, dynamically respond to changes and uncertainties and adjust based on real-time data.
—Shelli Brunswick, Forbes, 13 Sep. 2024
Researchers have theorized that astronauts are prone to kidney stones because bones degrade faster in microgravity, increasing calcium levels in the blood.
—Max Springer, Scientific American, 11 Sep. 2024
Huang’s team plans to do similar experiments on Earth in simulated microgravity conditions.
—Jacek Krywko, Ars Technica, 2 Aug. 2024
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Ethan Karp, Forbes, 11 Sep. 2024
The digital twin enabled the mission team to navigate the challenging microgravity environment around asteroid Bennu, dynamically respond to changes and uncertainties and adjust based on real-time data.
—Shelli Brunswick, Forbes, 13 Sep. 2024
Researchers have theorized that astronauts are prone to kidney stones because bones degrade faster in microgravity, increasing calcium levels in the blood.
—Max Springer, Scientific American, 11 Sep. 2024
Huang’s team plans to do similar experiments on Earth in simulated microgravity conditions.
—Jacek Krywko, Ars Technica, 2 Aug. 2024
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microgravity
noun
mi·cro·grav·i·ty
ˌmī-krə-ˈgrav-ət-ē
: the condition of being weightless or of the near absence of gravity
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