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What is the lighting environment that protects the health of astronauts? We Earthlings have a circadian rhythm, and our body clock runs on a 24-hour cycle. Sunlight plays an important role in maintaining this rhythm. How do astronauts who leave Earth and work in outer space synchronize with the circadian rhythm? A lighting environment that maintains circadian rhythms is being researched. Properly controlled commercially available lighting can maintain the circadian rhythms of spacecraft crews. https://lnkd.in/giPUkjCE *link to the image https://lnkd.in/gb8wj5Q4

Curiosity's Cousins: Meet the Rover Fleet of the Canadian Space Agency. This article from the The Atlantic is worth remembering! It highlights the impressive range of vehicles in the Canadian Space Agency's rover fleet. These vehicles are designed to work independently or function as aides for astronauts, with some of them even capable of transporting astronauts across lunar or Martian landscapes. Among the fleet is the SL-Commander, a golf cart-esque rover that can drive autonomously. It's fascinating to see the variety of designs and functions within the Canadian Space Agency's rover fleet. Check out the article for more information! #CanadianSpaceAgency #SpaceExploration #RoverFleet #CuriositysCousins

Three years ago today, Katya Echazarreta entered the history books aboard Blue Origin NS-21 as Space for Humanity’s Citizen Astronaut 1 (CA-1), igniting dreams and inspiring a generation. We celebrate not only her journey, but everything she has done since returning to Earth. As stated in this video, AFTER spaceflight is when the important work begins. At Space for Humanity it is our mission, not just to send people to fulfill their dreams, but to come back and do the work of inspiring a whole generation of future astronauts to think not just about space, but about Earth’s most tangible issues such as climate change, war and the ever growing disparity between economic classes. Katya is a true beacon of that mission. By experiencing the Overview Effect, Katya has been able to use her platform of being the first Mexican-born woman in space, to reach millions of people and affect the future of her community. Keep going Katya - in these three years you have reached more than space, you’ve reached our hearts. #2space4earth Video courtesy of Blue Origin. Background image courtesy of Ivana Cajina Ing. Katya Echazarreta #S4H #Space4Humanity #spaceforhumanity #2Space4Earth #tospaceforearth #OverviewEffect #theovervieweffect #HumanSpaceflight #SpaceIsForEveryone #CitizenAstronaut #CA #CAP

15 Items Astronauts Can't Take to Space Space, the final frontier, is a realm of boundless curiosity and scientific exploration. Yet, amidst the marvels of the cosmos, there exists a strict set of rules governing what can and cannot accompany astronauts beyond Earth’s atmosphere. In this article, we unveil the enigmatic reasons behind why 15 seemingly innocuous items are strictly prohibited from venturing into the depths of space.

🌟 Portfolio Spotlight on Voyager Space with the Chairman and CEO Dylan Taylor 🛰 Join us for Episode 2 of our Portfolio Spotlight series! In this episode, we sit down with the Chairman and CEO of Voyager Space, Dylan Taylor. Dylan is a visionary pioneer in space exploration, an avid investor, and a commercial astronaut. In this episode, we delve into Dylan's remarkable journey into the space industry and uncover his mission for Voyager Space. 🌌 Voyager Space has over 35 years in spaceflight and a track record of over 2,000 successful missions. Voyager is at the forefront of the commercial space revolution. Their commitment to delivering space station infrastructure, services, and technology solutions to commercial customers and civil and national security agencies is reshaping the landscape of space exploration. Discover the passion, vision, and ambition driving Voyager Space as Dylan Taylor shares insights into the company's mission and future. Tune in to Episode 2 of the Portfolio Spotlight series and join us in exploring the frontiers of space with Generation Space! 🎙️ #PortfolioSpotlight #SpaceExploration #GenerationSpace

Still adjusting to the time change? Consider this: Astronauts experience 16 day-night cycles every 24 hours on the space station. These cycles can disrupt sleep & daily rhythms. 💤 To better understand how all those sunrises and sunsets influence astronauts’ health and performance, crews monitor shifts in sleep patterns during spaceflight. This work could unlock clues to an important aspect of long-term space-travel: getting sounder sleep in space!

Microgravity can lead to blurry vision, so most astronauts need glasses in space, including Kjell Lindgren (on the left)! 🎧Check out Stephanie DeMarco, PhD's new DDN Dialogues episode about an eye condition completely unique to space travel called Spaceflight-Associated Neuro-ocular Syndrome, here: https://ow.ly/REBf50QalrJ

SPACE FOR HUMANITY CELEBRATES INTERNATIONAL DAY OF HUMAN SPACEFLIGHT "... [Spaceflight] isn't the work of one man or even a group of men. It is a historical process which mankind is carrying out in accordance with the natural laws of human development." ~ Yuri Gagarin As we celebrate human’s desire to reach the stars, we at Space for Humanity feel it is integral to make this a conversation about how spaceflight can benefit humanity as a whole. Our two Citizen Astronauts are the embodiment of this philosophy. And from our vantage point, the future looks bright for human spaceflight. Photo credit: Jorge Simmons-Valenzuela Yuri's Night #internationaldayofhumanspaceflight #humanspaceflight #S4H #Space4Humanity #spaceforhumanity #2Space4Earth #tospaceforearth #OverviewEffect #theovervieweffect #HumanSpaceflight #SpaceIsForEveryone #CitizenAstronaut

Do we ever truly know all there is to know about the vastness of space? Just when we think we have uncovered all its secrets, it surprises us with even more fascinating revelations! 🚀✨ Today, dear space enthusiasts, I have prepared 5 incredible space facts that will make aspiring astronauts like yourselves gasp in awe. 🤯 First, did #space4all #space4alleducation #spaceeducation #space #4all #education4all

Have you ever fantasized about traveling to far-off places as an astronaut? You may, however, become somewhat taller! The absence of gravity in space causes astronauts' spines to elongate, making them taller. How awesome is that? Imagine aiming for the stars and emerging even more lofty than before! For more facts, you can visit: https://lnkd.in/gbZmMjhZ