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Life into Space: Space Life Sciences Experiments, Ames Research Center, Kennedy Space Center, 1991-1998, Including Profiles of 1996-1998 ExperimentsWe have now conducted space life sciences research for more than four decades. The continuing interest in studying the way living systems function in space derives from two main benefits of that research. First, in order for humans to engage in long-term space travel, we must understand and develop measures to counteract the most detrimental effects of space flight on biological systems. Problems in returning to the conditions of Earth must be kept to a manageable level. Second, increasing our understanding of how organisms function in the absence of gravity gives us new understanding of fundamental biological processes. This information can be used to improve human health and the quality of life on Earth.
Document ID
20010020802
Acquisition Source
Ames Research Center
Document Type
Book
Authors
Souza, Kenneth
(NASA Ames Research Center Moffett Field, CA United States)
Etheridge, Guy
(NASA Ames Research Center Moffett Field, CA United States)
Callahan, Paul X.
(NASA Ames Research Center Moffett Field, CA United States)
Date Acquired
September 7, 2013
Publication Date
August 1, 2000
Subject Category
Life Sciences (General)
Report/Patent Number
NAS 1.21:554
NASA/SP-2000-554
PB2001-100139
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
Public Use Permitted.
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