Library

Knowledge Portal

  sorted by (Relevance descending, Publishing year descending) 

Space weather effects and applications

A. J. Coster, Author ; Philip Erickson, Author ; Louis J. Lanzerotti, Author | [S.l.] : American Geophysical Union (AGU) | Space physics and aeronomy collection | 2021

"Since the advent of the electrical telegraph about 170 years ago, human technologies have greatly expanded in type and in purpose for civilian, commercial, and national security uses. These include electrical grids, pipelines, radar, wireless s[...]

Add to the basket

E-resource

The biological universe : life in the Milky Way and beyond

Wallace Arthur, Author | Cambridge : Cambridge University Press | 2020

Are we alone in the universe, or are there other life forms 'out there'? This is one of the most scientifically and philosophically important questions that humanity can ask. Now, in the early 2020s, we are tantalizingly close to an answer. As t[...]

Add to the basket

Principles of clinical medicine for space flight

Michael R. Barratt, Editor ; Sam L. Pool, Editor ; Ellen S. Baker, Author | New York, NY : Springer | 2019

In its first edition, Principles of Clinical Medicine for Space Flight established itself as the authoritative reference on the contemporary knowledge base of space medicine and standards of care for space flyers. It received excellent notice[...]

Add to the basket

E-resource

Biotechnology in space

Günter Ruyters, Author ; Christian Betzel, Author ; Daniela Grimm, Author | New York, NY : Springer | SpringerBriefs in space life sciences | 2017

This book summarizes the early successes, drawbacks and accomplishments in cell biology and cell biotechnology achieved by the latest projects performed on the International Space Station ISS. It also depicts outcomes of experiments in tissue en[...]

Add to the basket

aMARTE : a Mars roadmap for travel and exploration

Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2016

This report explores explore the implications of new discoveries in the Martian environment on a future human exploration mission to Mars. Water, and in particular flowing water, is essential for life as we know it on Earth and is an important r[...]

Add to the basket

E-resource

The Immune System in Space: Are we prepared?

Alexander Choukaer, Author ; Oliver Ullrich, Author | New York, NY : Springer | SpringerBriefs in space life sciences | 2016

This book gives insight into the mechanism of the immune system and the influence of the environment on earth. Further, the book explains the changes that occur in our immune system in the absence of gravity and their fundamental consequences. S[...]

Add to the basket

Hubble's legacy : reflections by those who dreamed it, built it, and observed the universe with it /

Roger D. Launius, Editor ; David H. DeVorkin, Editor | [S.l.] : Smithsonian Institution Press | A Smithsonian contribution to knowledge | 2014

The development and operation of the Hubble Space Telescope (HST) have resulted in many rich legacies, most particularly in science and technology - but in culture as well. This book, which includes contributions from historians of science, key[...]

Add to the basket

Protection of the Outer Space Environment under International Law

Tiwari Shishir, Author | Saarbrucken (Germany) : LAP Lambert Academic Publishing | 2014

Considered as a global common, outer space is a most valuable asset of the mankind for philosophical, pragmatic and scientific considerations. Rapid expansion of human activities in the outer space has posed a threat to the outer space environme[...]

Add to the basket

Protecting the environment of celestial bodies : the need for policy and guidelines

Mahulena Hofmann, Editor | Paris (France) : International Academy of Astronautics (IAA) | 2011

Add to the basket

Brain machines interfaces for space applications : enhancing astronauts capabilities

Luca Rossini, Editor ; Dario Izzo, Editor ; Leopold Summerer, Editor | [S.l.] : Elsevier Academic Press | International review of neurobiology | 2009

Add to the basket

Principles of clinical medicine for space flight

Michael R. Barratt, Editor ; Sam L. Pool, Editor | New York, NY : Springer | 2008

Add to the basket

Principles of clinical medicine for space flight

Michael R. Barratt, Editor ; Sam L. Pool, Editor | New York, NY : Springer | 2008

Add to the basket

E-resource

Biology in space and life on earth : effects of spaceflight on biological systems

Enno Brinckmann, Editor | [S.l.] : Wiley-VCH Verlag | 2007

Add to the basket

Biology in space and life on earth : effects of spaceflight on biological systems

Enno Brinckmann, Editor | [S.l.] : Wiley-VCH Verlag | 2007

Add to the basket

E-resource

Complete course in astrobiology

G. Horneck, Author ; Petra Rettberg, Author | Hoboken, N.J. : John Wiley & Sons | Physics textbook | 2007

Add to the basket

E-resource

Fundamentals of space biology : research on cells, animals, and plants in space

Gilles Clement, Editor ; K. Slenzka, Editor | [S.l.] : Microcosm Press | Space technology library | 2006

Add to the basket

Fundamentals of space biology : research on cells, animals, and plants in space

Gilles Clement, Editor ; K. Slenzka, Editor | [S.l.] : Microcosm Press | Space technology library | 2006

Add to the basket

E-resource

Information needed to make radiation protection recommendations for space missions beyond low-earth orbit

National Council on Radiation Protection and Measurements. (United States), Author | Bethesda (MD, United States) : National Council on Radiation Protection and Measurements | NCRP report | 2006

Add to the basket

E-resource

Space and life : an introduction to space biology and medicine

Hubert Planel | Boca Raton, Florida ; London ; New York : CRC Press | 2004

2009 life science book award from IAA.

Add to the basket

Space and life : an introduction to space biology and medicine

Hubert Planel | Boca Raton, Florida ; London ; New York : CRC Press | 2004

2009 life science book award from IAA.

Add to the basket

E-resource

Space physiology and medicine

James F. Parker, Editor ; Arnauld E. Nicogossian, Editor | [S.l.] : National Aeronautics and Space Administration | NASA SP | 1982

2009 life science book award from IAA.

Add to the basket