One technology highlighted by NASA is solid freeform fabrication, a process that could be used to support fabrication and repair of large space structures, spacecraft primary structure and replacement components.

MSN: Future astronauts may rely on made-in-space parts

They have a primary and a secondary containment structure, both made from thick reinforced concrete, to protect against the release of radioactive materials.

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Also today, Trius Therapeutics (TSRX) said a phase 3 trial of its tedizolid phosphate treatment for bacterial skin and skin structure infections met its primary endpoint.

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