Russia’s Bion-M No. 2 mission launched 75 mice, 1500 fruit flies, and lunar dust to space; here’s why

Russia launched Bion-M No. 2 from Baikonur Cosmodrome. The mission carries mice, fruit flies, plants, and lunar dust. Scientists will study microgravity and cosmic radiation effects. Lunar simulants will be exposed to space conditions. The aim is to understand moon-like dust reactions. Animals will help explore radiation effects. This mission shapes future human space exploration and medical science.