What's Happening?
NASA astronaut Zena Cardman is currently aboard the International Space Station (ISS), where she is engaged in various research and technology demonstration activities. Cardman recently participated in a robotics test as part of the CIPHER study, which examines cognitive changes due to space travel. She also 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 that future crews may encounter.
Why It's Important?
Cardman's work aboard the ISS is crucial for advancing scientific understanding of the effects of space travel on human cognition and physiology. The research conducted on the ISS supports NASA's Artemis program, which aims to return humans to the Moon and eventually send astronauts to Mars. The findings from these studies will help improve safety and mission success for future space exploration endeavors. Additionally, the technology demonstrations conducted by Cardman and her team contribute to the development of new tools and techniques for space missions.
