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fromFuturism
2 weeks ago

The Saga of NASA's Space Station Evacuation Keeps Getting Stranger

NASA astronaut Mike Fincke experienced a medical event aboard the International Space Station requiring emergency evacuation, the first medical evacuation in the station's 25-year history.
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fromFuturism
6 months ago

When Astronauts Enter Space, a "Dark Genome" Activates in Their DNA

Human stem cells exposed to microgravity and space radiation activate ancient 'dark genome', accelerate aging, and reduce regenerative capacity, threatening astronaut health.
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fromTheregister
7 months ago

Snotty astronauts should skip spacewalks, suggests study

Astronauts experience significant sinonasal complaints in space, impacting their performance, especially during spacewalks.
fromFuturism
8 months ago

Scientists Investigate What Happens If You Snort Moon Dust

Our findings suggest that while lunar dust may cause some immediate irritation to the airways, it does not appear to pose a risk for chronic, long-term diseases like silicosis.
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