Tag: crew health
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Next-Generation Space Antimicrobial: Assessing Microbial Activity and Reduction on the ISS
Introduction: The Need for Advanced Antimicrobials in Space Microbial contamination presents a dual threat in space: it can compromise crew health and undermine critical mission operations. In the microgravity environment of the International Space Station (ISS), traditional cleaning methods are time-consuming and may not fully address the unique microbial dynamics at play. Recent research is…
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A Next Generation Space Antimicrobial: Microbial Reduction on the ISS
Introduction: The Challenge of Microbial Life in Space Microbial contamination in spacecraft poses a unique risk to crew health and mission success. In the confined, closed-loop ecosystem of the International Space Station (ISS), microbes can survive longer, form biofilms, and potentially impact life-support systems. Traditional cleaning protocols rely on rigorous, time-consuming routines that demand significant…
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Next-Generation Space Antimicrobial: Assessing Microbial Activity And Reduction Across The ISS
Introduction: The Challenge of Microbial Control in Space Microbial contamination on the International Space Station (ISS) presents a persistent risk to crew health and mission integrity. Traditional cleaning protocols, while effective, demand significant time and effort from astronauts, reducing time available for science and maintenance. This article discusses a next-generation space antimicrobial designed to improve…
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How Microgravity Shapes Viral Behavior on the ISS
Viruses in Microgravity: Why the ISS Behaves Differently The International Space Station (ISS) is a closed, self-contained environment where humans live and work for extended periods. Inside this orbiting lab, microbes — including viruses — encounter conditions unlike those on Earth. Microgravity, limited gravity-driven fluid dynamics, altered radiation exposure, and closed-loop life support systems can…
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NASA halts ISS mission after astronaut medical issue forces early return
NASA shortens ISS mission after medical issue The International Space Station mission for a four-member U.S.-Japanese-Russian crew is being cut short following a medical issue affecting one of the astronauts. NASA confirmed on Thursday that operations will continue aboard the ISS for a limited period as the crew prepares for an earlier-than-planned return to Earth.…