The primary purpose of the International Space Station (ISS) is to serve as a microgravity research laboratory where scientific research is conducted in astrobiology, astronomy, meteorology, and other fields. It also acts as a platform for international cooperation in space exploration, fostering collaboration among space agencies like NASA, Roscosmos, ESA, JAXA, and CSA. The ISS enables astronauts to conduct experiments that cannot be performed on Earth, contributing valuable insights into various scientific areas and paving the way for future long-duration space missions.