July 2021
Designing for life in outer space - The importance of design for long-term space missions
... equipment and tools. Design of Supporting Systems for Life in Outer Space Colours and lighting modulation is a positive physiological feature to foster relaxation during recreational activities and a large window area also enhances the crew’s visual...
May 2024
Beyond Earth’s magnetic field
...Earth orbit determines the need for further careful investigation of physiological effects of the reduced magnetic field on all systems ...and analysing their pre- and postflight data, and physiological information from the ISS. She was a crew commander...
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 ...
July 2019
Science and sensation in microgravity
... from its Chkalovsky base, north of Moscow. Research flights These flights also allow unique investigations in physiology, biology, medicine, neuroscience and bio-medical engineering, where the researcher himself is in a direct operator position...
October 2024
Revolutionising space medicine and global health through virtual and augmented reality
...while immersed in a completely different environment, which can be controlled and manipulated as required. By analysing astronauts’ physiological data, including metabolism and nutrient requirements, the Metaverse can assist in tailoring and adapting...
April 2025
A bun in the (space) oven - Reasons not to get pregnant while going around Earth at 7.8 kilometres per second
... set new or higher criteria for valuable offspring, and may evolve to favour the preservation of personal and physiological traits more suitable to Martian residents.” Now if, say, we were talking about humans marooned on a small island for...
