The Human Body in Space

Flight Engineer Drew Morgan strikes a pose (flexing his muscles) in the Quest Airlock (A/L) during preparations for Extravehicular Activity 61 (EVA 61). Photo was taken using an EVA camera.

For more than 50 years, NASA’s Human Research Program (HRP) has studied what happens to the human body in space. Researchers are using what they learn to design procedures, devices, and strategies to keep astronauts safe and healthy throughout their missions. NASA engineers use the lessons learned to better design spacecraft and improve the fit and … Continue reading The Human Body in Space

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