# Space Lab Grows Perfect Crystals for Drug Discovery

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Podcast: [Auckland News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/auckland-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7853371)
Published: 2026-05-19T13:52:57+00:00
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Scientists unveil a space-bound lab, aiming to revolutionize medicine development by growing perfect protein crystals in microgravity. This innovative setup, set to launch on a reusable spaceplane, promises to provide detailed atomic-level data on proteins, paving the way for new drug discoveries and formulation. Backed by significant funding, the project aims to launch a new company offering specialized data to pharmaceutical and biotech industries. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/e4e92e2eea77e8be

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