NASA's SpaceX Crew-9 mission has come to an end, with astronauts Nick Hague, Butch Wilmore, and Suni Williams, along with Roscosmos cosmonaut Aleksandr Gorbunov, preparing to return to Earth. During their time on the International Space Station, the crew completed over 900 hours of research across more than 150 unique scientific experiments and technology demonstrations. The research conducted on the space station has far-reaching implications, with over 4,000 investigations resulting in more than 4,400 research publications. In 2024 alone, 361 research publications were released, showcasing the station's role in advancing technology on Earth and preparing for future space exploration missions. The crew's work has also contributed to a better understanding of human health in space, including the effects of weightlessness on the cardiovascular system. The International Space Station continues to serve as a platform for groundbreaking research, with ongoing studies focusing on materials, heart health, and other areas. The station's unique microgravity environment allows scientists to conduct experiments that cannot be replicated on Earth, leading to new discoveries and innovations that benefit both space exploration and everyday life.