Archived by Raymond J. Noonan, Ph.D., Health and Physical Education Department, Fashion Institute of Technology of the State University of New York (FIT-SUNY), and SexQuest/The Sex Institute, NYC, for the benefit of students and other researchers interested in the human aspects of the space life sciences. Return to first page for background information on these pages.
Humans in Space - Abstract
This hypertext document provides an introduction to the basic problems and theories of space biomedical research. The introduction covers the three main environmental factors affecting human physiology in space: atmosphere, radiation, and gravity. The remaining sections describe:
- The Cardiovascular System
- Blood and Its Components
- The Fluid Regulation System
- The Respiratory System
- The Immune System
- The Musculoskeletal System
- The Neurovestibular System
- Frequently Asked Questions
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Last modified: Oct 10, 1994Author: Ken Jenks
Raymond J. Noonan, Ph.D. Health and Physical Education Department Fashion Institute of Technology of the State University of New York (FIT-SUNY); SexQuest/The Sex Institute, NYC P.O. Box 20166, New York, NY 10014 (212) 217-7460 |
Author of: R. J. Noonan. (1998). A Philosophical Inquiry into the Role of Sexology in Space Life Sciences Research and Human Factors Considerations for Extended Spaceflight. Dr. Ray Noonan’s Dissertation Information Pages: [Abstract] [Table of Contents] [Preface] [AsMA 2000 Presentation Abstract] |
First published on the Web on June 14, 1998