September 2017
Spaceflight studies support geriatric health on Earth
...support during standing. Thus humans can stand up without any real problems. The real importance of gravity on physiological systems is, however, seen when gravity is reduced or taken away, as in the microgravity environment of spaceflight. Here, the...
October 2016
Simulating space in a bathtub
...relating to this problem, scientists have to develop zero gravity simulations. The most promising simulations for researching physiological effects of hypo-gravity are immersion (into a liquid environment, with a density similar to that of human body...
January 2017
Mini space station for mice to study effects of reproduction in reduced gravity
... effects over multiple generations, it is important to test the combined effects of partial gravity and long duration on human physiology prior to sustained planetary surface missions. MICEHAB will pave the way for the future human settlement...
May 2019
Cold comfort for astronauts
...To enable long-duration space missions, we need to advance space habitat designs so that in addition to focusing on astronauts’ basic physiological and psychological needs we also design for the crew’s wellbeing and comfort, while reducing stress and...
March 2018
Zero gravity and the human heart
... lower extremities to the upper regions of the body During spaceflight the major changes that occur in the physiology of the cardiovascular system include: Migration of fluids - on the first three days of any space mission there is a significant...
November 2016
Hi-tech greenhouse to test plant cultivation technologies in Antarctica
... procedures for safe food production. Design overview Fresh crops are not only beneficial for human physiological health, but also have a positive impact on crew psychological well-being The EDEN ISS MTF (Figure...
