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Don’t have the time or money to plan a trip to space?

Just send your DNA.

Celestis, a company that’s been sending cremated remains into space since 1997, recently expanded their services for humans who aren’t dead.

The Houston-based company is now offering to launch your DNA to infinity and beyond – which is a great alternative to the hassle of trying to snag a $250,000 seat on Virgin Galactic’s spaceflight.

In order to make sure your DNA sample is ready for the journey, Celestis teamed up with a Canadian technology lab that will process the genome into a fine powder. The powder will then be placed into tiny, engraved capsules.

Prices range from $1,295 to $12,500, depending on where you’d like your DNA to go. Customers can choose from four options: a suborbital launch that will return to Earth, a launch that includes incineration during re-entry, a rocket to the moon, or a rocket beyond the moon. The last option will not return to Earth, ensuring a piece of you will forever live among the stars.

The first voyage is slated to lift off from New Mexico’s Spaceport America in September.

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