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Spaceflight associated neuro-ocular syndrome

Andrew G. Lee, Author | London : Academic Press | 2022

Written in an easy-to-read manner, the book adopts a translational approach and explores the science and the clinical manifestations of Space flight associated neuro-ocular syndrome.

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Effects of Lower-Body Negative Pressure (LBNP) on fluid distribution during gravitational unloading

Katie Marie Harris, Author | Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2019

During spaceflight, astronauts undergo numerous physiological changes. One of the most noticeable effects is the redistribution of fluid from the legs to the torso, which may significantly impact the cardiac and neuro-ocular systems. Lower Body [...]

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Intracranial pressure and its effect on vision in space and on earth : vision impairment in space /

Brandon R. Macias, Editor ; John H. K. Liu, Editor ; Christian Otto, Editor ; Alan R. Hargens, Editor | [S.l.] : World Scientific | 2017

Fluid distribution during spaceflight and impact on brain and vision health is an emerging field of high-priority research in the NASA human space programme. International Space Station astronauts have developed ocular refraction changes during[...]

Beyond Earth : our path to a new home in the planets /

Charles P. Wohlforth, Author ; Amanda R. Hendrix, Author | [S.l.] : Pantheon Books | 2016

From a leading planetary scientist and an award-winning science writer, a propulsive account of the developments and initiatives that have transformed the dream of space colonization into something that may well be achievable. We are at the cu[...]

Beyond Earth : our path to a new home in the planets /

Charles P. Wohlforth, Author ; Amanda R. Hendrix, Author | [S.l.] : Pantheon Books | 2016

From a leading planetary scientist and an award-winning science writer, a propulsive account of the developments and initiatives that have transformed the dream of space colonization into something that may well be achievable. We are at the cu[...]

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Space physiology and medicine : evidence and practice /

Arnauld E. Nicogossian, Editor | New York, NY : Springer | 2016

As space medicine evolved from the late 1950s onward, the need arose for a ready reference for students and practitioners on the basic concepts of this new specialty. Through three editions edited by leaders in the development of space medicine[...]

Space physiology and medicine : evidence and practice /

Arnauld E. Nicogossian, Editor | New York, NY : Springer | 2016

As space medicine evolved from the late 1950s onward, the need arose for a ready reference for students and practitioners on the basic concepts of this new specialty. Through three editions edited by leaders in the development of space medicine[...]

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Human physiology in extreme environments

Hanns-Christian Gunga, Author ; Oliver Opatz, Author ; Mathias Steinach, Author ; Alexander Christoph Stahn, Author | London : Academic Press | 2015

Human Physiology in Extreme Environments is the one publication that offers how human biology and physiology is affected by extreme environments while highlighting technological innovations that allow us to adapt and regulate environments. Cover[...]

Human physiology in extreme environments

Hanns-Christian Gunga, Author ; Oliver Opatz, Author ; Mathias Steinach, Author ; Alexander Christoph Stahn, Author | London : Academic Press | 2015

Human Physiology in Extreme Environments is the one publication that offers how human biology and physiology is affected by extreme environments while highlighting technological innovations that allow us to adapt and regulate environments. Cover[...]

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Microgravity and vision impairments in astronauts

Erik Seedhouse, Author | New York, NY : Springer | SpringerBriefs in space development | 2015

Recent missions on board the International Space Station have revealed previously unreported physiological consequences of long duration space flight, particularly in eyesight, and in this Brief Dr. Seedhouse reviews the existing theories on wha[...]

Extreme medicine : how exploration transformed medicine in the twentieth century /

Kevin Fong, Author | New York : Penguin Press | 2014

An anesthesiologist and NASA adviser explores how pioneering doctors and scientists have built on findings about the body's response to extreme environments and physical challenges to develop such medical innovations as open-heart surgery, skin [...]

Tourists in space : a practical guide

Erik Seedhouse, Author | New York, NY : Springer | Springer-Praxis books in space exploration | 2014

Forget Hawaii or the Mediterranean. Soon {u2013} very soon {u2013} you{u2019}ll be able to add a much more exotic stamp to your passport: space. How will you get there, what will the trip be like, and how much training will you need? All you nee[...]

Biomedical results of the space shuttle program

Diana Risin, Compiler ; Philip C. Stepaniak, Compiler | [S.l.] : National Aeronautics and Space Administration | 2013

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On orbit and beyond : psychological perspectives on human spaceflight /

Douglas A. Vakoch, Editor | New York, NY : Springer | Space technology library | 2013

On orbit and beyond : psychological perspectives on human spaceflight /

Douglas A. Vakoch, Editor | New York, NY : Springer | Space technology library | 2013

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Human spaceflight and exploration

Carol Norberg, Editor | New York, NY : Springer | Springer-Praxis books in astronautical engineering | 2012

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Human spaceflight and exploration

Carol Norberg, Editor | New York, NY : Springer | Springer-Praxis books in astronautical engineering | 2012

Surgery in Space : Space tourism and benefits for Earth

S. Marlene Grenon, Author ; Chad G. Ball, Author ; W. Kirkpatrick Joan Saary, Author | Saarbrucken (Germany) : LAP Lambert Academic Publishing | 2012

This books takes the reader through different aspects of the space environment that would make it a challenge to operate in space, will teach the reader the principles for conducting an operation in microgravity and discuss issues such as anesth[...]

Technical evaluation of the NASA model for cancer risk to astronauts due to space radiation

National Research Council (U.S.) ; Committee for Evaluation of Space Radiation Cancer Risk (United States), Issuing body | Washington : The National Academies Press | 2012

This report presents an evaluation of NASA's proposed space radiation cancer risk assessment model, which is described in the 2011 NASA report, Space Radiation Cancer Risk Projections and Uncertainties--2010. The evaluation in Technical Evaluati[...]

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Grappling with gravity : how will life adapt to living in space?

Robert W. Phillips, Author | New York, NY : Springer | 2011

The book explores the physiological changes that will occur in humans and the plants and animals that accompany humans as we move to new worlds

Grappling with gravity : how will life adapt to living in space?

Robert W. Phillips, Author | New York, NY : Springer | Astronomers' universe | 2011

The book explores the physiological changes that will occur in humans and the plants and animals that accompany humans as we move to new worlds

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International Space Station research : accomplishments and challenges

Nicole M. Calhoun | New York : Nova Science Publishers | 2010

"Life in space for life on Earth" : proceedings of the symposium 22-27 June 2008, Angers, France

L. Ouwehand, Editor ; European Space Agency, Editor | [S.l.] : European Space Agency | ESA SP | 2008

Neuroscience in space

Gilles Clement | New York, NY : Springer | 2008

1. Space neuroscience: what is it? 2. History of space neuroscience 3. Operational aspects 4. Sensory functions in space 5. Posture, movement and locomotion6. Compensatory eye movements 7. Spatial orientation 8. Countermeasures 9. A vision for [...]

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Neuroscience in space

Gilles Clement | New York, NY : Springer | 2008

1. Space neuroscience: what is it? 2. History of space neuroscience 3. Operational aspects 4. Sensory functions in space 5. Posture, movement and locomotion6. Compensatory eye movements 7. Spatial orientation 8. Countermeasures 9. A vision for [...]

Tourists in space : a practical guide

Erik Seedhouse, Author | New York, NY : Springer | Springer-Praxis books in space exploration | 2008

Tourists in space : a practical guide

Erik Seedhouse, Author | New York, NY : Springer | Springer-Praxis books in space exploration | 2008

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Animals in space : from research rockets to the space shuttle

Colin Burgess ; Chris Dubbs | New York, NY : Springer | Springer-Praxis books in space exploration | 2007

This book examines in unprecedented detail then entire history of animal atmospheric and space flights, from balloon ascents and ballistic journeys atop notoriously unreliable rockets to trips around the Moon and, more recently, aboard numerous [...]

Artificial gravity

Gilles Clement ; Angelia P. Bukley | New York, NY : Springer | Space technology library | 2007

2009 life science book award from IAA.

Artificial gravity

Gilles Clement ; Angelia P. Bukley | New York, NY : Springer | Space technology library | 2007

2009 life science book award from IAA.

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