China approves new lunar sample applications from research institutions

China approves new lunar sample applications from research institutions

China's space agency has released the approved list for the ninth batch of lunar sample research applications, allowing successful applicants to borrow samples returned by the Chang'e-5 and Chang'e-6 missions.

China allocates fresh batch of lunar samples to domestic research institutions

Tokyo, Japan (SPX) Aug 05, 2025 China has approved the ninth round of lunar sample lending applications, distributing over 30 grams of moon material to 32 research teams across 25 institutions. These samples, retrieved by the Chang'e 5 and Chang'e 6 missions, will support a broad spectrum of scientific studies. According to the Lunar Exploration and Space Engineering Center, 30,881.8 milligrams of lunar samples will be s