NASA
Decrease gravity. Greater radiation. No ER entry. These are only a few of the challenges that people face in outer area. Emily and Regina discuss to a NASA astronaut (and astronaut scientist) in regards to the affect of spaceflight on the human physique. Plus, we find out about telomeres (trace: They alter in area)!
Take a look at extra of our collection House Camp on the bizarre and mysterious in area at npr.org/spacecamp.
Excited about extra space science? Electronic mail us at shortwave@npr.org.
Hearken to Brief Wave on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.
Hear to each episode of Brief Wave sponsor-free and assist our work at NPR by signing up for Brief Wave+ at plus.npr.org/shortwave.
Immediately’s episode was produced by Hannah Chinn, edited by Rebecca Ramirez and truth checked by Emily Kwong.
Particular due to our associates on the U.S. House & Rocket Heart, Dwelling of House Camp®.