# The largest genomic study conducted on African elephants reveals that while overall genetic health remains stable, some isolated populations are exhibiting dangerous levels of inbreeding.

*aerospace · news · 2026-04-18 · Devdiscourse*

## Key points

- The largest genomic study on African elephants identifies dangerously high inbreeding in isolated populations.
- Blue Origin's upcoming New Glenn launch will test reusable booster capabilities against SpaceX's Falcon 9.
- China's Shenzhou-21 crew has extended their space mission duration by an additional month.
- NASA's Artemis II astronauts reported minor heat shield issues with the Orion capsule after their mission.

**Companies:** Blue Origin, SpaceX, NASA, Boeing, AST SpaceMobile
**Countries:** United States, China

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