Nowadays scientists getting pregnant in space Although there were many studies on whether or not it could give birth, there was a being that could achieve this, although of course it was not human.

Cockroach means ‘hope’ in Russian “Nadezhda”.

In 2007, Russian scientists sent a cockroach into space along with several insects.

Nadezhda became pregnant during the twelve-day space journey and gave birth to her babies in a zero-gravity environment. 33 of them. Returning to Earth, they continued their lives, there were no problems, but the cubs had some unusual features.

They were bigger they ran faster and they looked different from their sister insects on Earth. While the upper shell of newborn cockroaches was transparent, those of this hatchling were already dark reddish brown.

And babies born in space they had children and continue their normal lives with a life cycle similar to that of other cockroaches on Earth.

What have we learned from the cockroach?

They came back with very valuable information about reproductive systems. fertilization, embryo and its effects on development were examined. The reason why cockroaches were used in this experiment was their high reproduction rate and their structure that can withstand harsh conditions.

Embryonic development follows much the same pattern in all life forms, and embryos develop under abnormal conditions. space conditions It also provided insight into other general values.

In addition, thanks to this research, the future development of cockroach offspring study of genetic development It also paved the way for research on this topic.

If we plan to go to Mars or other planets for long-term goals maintenance of reproduction and genetic continuity For us, every work is the beginning of a big step.

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