Biological research on Space Station FreedomThe paper discusses laboratory capabilities of the SSF which permit long-term, systematic investigations into the effects of the space environment, particularly the effect of microgravity, on a range of biological specimens. The ability to manipulate gravity levels between 0 and 2.0 g makes it possible to examine gravitational effects along a continuum. Space centrifuge research is expected to lead to practical applications in areas such as aging, treating malfunctions of the body regulatory and defense mechanisms, improving agricultural production, and extending human performance.
Document ID
19910025595
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Chambers, L. P. (NASA Life Sciences Div. Washington, DC, United States)
Stabekis, P. D. (NASA Headquarters Washington, DC United States)
Teeter, R. C. (Lockheed Engineering and Sciences Co. Washington, DC, United States)