What is the International Space Station?

The International Space Station (ISS) is a state-of-the-art research facility located in low Earth orbit. It is a collaboration between NASA, space agencies from Russia, Europe, Japan, and Canada. The ISS serves as a unique platform for scientific experiments and international cooperation in space exploration. It orbits at an altitude of around 250 miles above Earth, providing a microgravity environment for astronauts to live and work. With its modules and complex systems, the ISS enables numerous experiments in various fields including biology, physics, astronomy, and human health. It serves as a testbed for space technologies and contributes to our understanding of long-duration space travel, paving the way for future deep-space missions. The ISS also promotes international cooperation, fostering global partnerships and inspiring a new generation of scientists and engineers.