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...
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...
November 2016
Moon or Mars - NASA’s next logical step?
...has about 38 per cent of Earth’s gravity, which is better physiologically for humans than the Moon. It has an atmosphere of carbon ... in a self-portrait photo using natural light. Physiological effects The ISS continues to provide a useful testing ...
24 February 2016
Final interview for Scott Kelly tomorrow before his return to Earth
... Human Research Program, who has a doctoral degree in physiology and biophysics. One-year mission crew members Scott Kelly...space and has thus focused on four areas: human physiology, behavioural health, microbiology/microbiome, and molecular or -omics...
