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Neuronal plasticity: adaptation and readaptation to the environment of spaceWhile there have been few documented permanent neurological changes resulting from space travel, there is a growing literature which suggests that neural plasticity sometimes occurs within peripheral and central vestibular pathways during and following spaceflight. This plasticity probably has adaptive value within the context of the space environment, but it can be maladaptive upon return to the terrestrial environment. Fortunately, the maladaptive responses resulting from neuronal plasticity diminish following return to earth. However, the literature suggests that the longer the space travel, the more difficult the readaptation. With the possibility of extended space voyages and extended stays on board the international space station, it seems worthwhile to review examples of plastic vestibular responses and changes in the underlying neural substrates. Studies and facilities needed for space station investigation of plastic changes in the neural substrates are suggested. Copyright 1998 Elsevier Science B.V.
Document ID
20040142191
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Reprint (Version printed in journal)
Authors
Correia, M. J.
(University of Texas Medical School at Galveston Galveston, TX, United States)
Date Acquired
August 22, 2013
Publication Date
November 1, 1998
Publication Information
Publication: Brain research. Brain research reviews
Volume: 28
Issue: 1-2
ISSN: 0165-0173
Subject Category
Life Sciences (General)
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
Other
Keywords
unmanned
short duration
Cosmos Project
Review
STS Shuttle Project
Review, Tutorial
manned
Flight Experiment
NASA Discipline Neuroscience
Non-NASA Center

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