Astronauts aboard the International Space Station (ISS) received a rare delivery of fresh fruit, a welcome change from their usual diet. The delivery, which arrived on a Russian cargo spacecraft, included close to three tons of supplies. The moment was captured on video and showed the astronauts enjoying the fresh fruit in microgravity. The ISS is home to many research projects, including the cultivation of food in space, which is essential for long-duration space missions.
A Russian cargo spacecraft delivered fresh fruit and other supplies to the International Space Station (ISS), providing a rare treat for the astronauts. NASA astronaut Matthew Dominick shared a video of himself enjoying an orange in microgravity, highlighting the challenges and rewards of space travel. The delivery also emphasizes the importance of researching food cultivation in space for future missions beyond Earth.
NASA astronaut Sunita Williams, currently aboard the International Space Station (ISS) on a delayed mission, faces potential health risks due to her extended stay in microgravity. This article delves into the various health challenges astronauts experience in space, including bone loss, muscle weakening, vision problems, and increased radiation exposure. It also highlights the countermeasures NASA employs to mitigate these risks and ensure the well-being of astronauts during long-duration space missions.
Astronauts on the International Space Station (ISS) engage in a rigorous 2.5-hour daily exercise routine to combat muscle loss due to microgravity. NASA astronaut Loral O’Hara shared a video showcasing the station’s specialized exercise machines and the importance of maintaining muscle strength in space. Scientists continue to research exercise and diet in space to prepare for long-duration missions, including lunar bases and future Mars expeditions.
The International Space Station (ISS) National Laboratory will host a webinar on July 26th to discuss upcoming investigations launching on Northrop Grumman’s 21st Commercial Resupply Services mission to the space station. The webinar will feature presentations from leading researchers and highlight innovative research in areas like tissue engineering, stem cell production, and plant metabolism in microgravity.
