What's Happening?
NASA astronaut Zena Cardman is currently aboard the International Space Station (ISS), where she is involved in various research and maintenance activities. Recently, she participated in the CIPHER study, which examines space-induced changes to brain structure and function, and installed high-definition cameras on a spacesuit helmet. Cardman is part of NASA's SpaceX Crew-11 mission, contributing to the Artemis program by simulating Moon landing scenarios.
Why It's Important?
Cardman's work on the ISS is crucial for advancing our understanding of the effects of long-duration spaceflight on human physiology. The research conducted aboard the ISS supports NASA's goals for future deep space missions, including the Artemis program's aim to return humans to the Moon. The findings from these studies will help ensure the safety and effectiveness of astronauts on extended missions beyond Earth's orbit.
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