What causes Cosmic Kidney Disease?
Researchers found exposure to low gravity and radiation in space caused restructuring of the kidneys and negative health effects in…
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Could microbes feed astronauts on Mars?
Scientists found that photosynthesizing microbes grown on a synthetic mixture of Martian dust and astronaut pee could supplement a healthy…
How can astronauts regain balance after spaceflight?
Scientists found that astronauts with coordination problems after space missions could suffer from a malfunctioning central nervous system.
Microgravity weakens our immune system
Researchers found the immune cells of volunteers kept in simulated microgravity were slower to activate and fight infection.
What causes decompression sickness in astronauts?
Scientists found tracers for inflammation and traumatic brain damage in people who climbed to high altitudes mimicking the low pressure…