China's first microgravity and life science satellite, SJ-10, was successfully sent into orbit on April 6 and the capsule was retrieved on April 18. It was one of the scientific satellite series developed under the CAS Strategic Priority Program on Space Science.

Scientific experiments were conducted by taking advantage of microgravity, space radiation and other special circumstances in space to study the laws governing the motion of matter and life activities.

A large quantity of experimental data and material was obtained, which may lead to major findings and creative achievements in this area.

China’s first microgravity and life science satellite, SJ-10, is sent into orbit on April 6. (IMAGE BY CAS)

Scientists examine the capsule of China’s first microgravity and life science satellite, SJ-10, after its retrieval. (IMAGE BY CAS)