Microgravity
Observation and effects of microgravity and zero gravity on Earth and in space, impacting objects, the human body, and common activities. Understanding the lack of normal forces in free fall and its consequences.
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Advancements in InSpace Production Applications and Manufacturing
Explore the latest developments in InSpace Production Applications (InSPA) and manufacturing in low Earth orbit, involving key figures from NASA and industry experts. Discover how microgravity can enhance materials and processes at the atomic level, leading to innovative advancements in technology a
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Gynecological Considerations for Long-Duration Spaceflight
This study by the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) discusses the potential effects of microgravity and space radiation on gynecological health during long-duration spaceflight. Topics covered include normal menstruation, fertility, gynecologic pathology, and the impact of hormona
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Guidelines for Performing CPR in Space Missions
Importance of having CPR guidelines in space due to the critical nature of cardiac arrest, challenges faced in performing CPR in microgravity, aim of the study to address these challenges, methods used to develop recommendations, identified challenges like rescuer's weight and lack of medical expert
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Planarian Regeneration in Microgravity Experiment at Kent Place School
Investigating how a microgravity environment impacts cellular regeneration in Dugesia Tigrina planarians. The study aims to understand if wounds can heal in space and provide insights into the regeneration process without risking human health. By studying the similarities between human and planarian
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Microgravity's Effects on Solanum tuberosum Resistance to Phytophthora infestans
Experiment conducted by high school students to test the resistance of blight-resistant potato variety Solanum tuberosum to Phytophthora infestans in microgravity. Aim is to provide insights on growing stable food sources in space. Utilizing materials like P. infestans and Solanum tuberosum cubes, t
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Effects of Hydrogel Polymers in Microgravity vs. on Earth
This experiment aims to investigate how hydrogel polymers, specifically sodium polyacrylate, interact with water in microgravity compared to on Earth. The team from Burleson Independent School District in Texas is exploring whether the polymers absorb more or less water in a weightless environment.
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Impact of Microgravity on Mold Growth on White Bread
This experiment investigates the effect of microgravity on mold growth on white bread. The team of 6th graders from New Explorations into Science, Technology & Mathematics aims to understand mold dust in the air, mold spores reproduction, and the conditions necessary for mold growth. Using an FME ty
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Effect of Microgravity on Nitrogen Fixation in Red Clover Study
Investigating the impact of microgravity on nitrogen fixation in red clover at Johnson County Central High School in Tecumseh, NE. The experiment aims to determine if clover exposed to space conditions fixates nitrogen similar to Earth conditions, crucial for growing food in space. Hypothesis, exper
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Investigating Microgravity Effects on Marine Actinobacteria in the International Space Station
Study focuses on the behavior and development of Marine Actinobacteria in microgravity conditions aboard the International Space Station. Key aspects include growth rate, antibiotic production, and impact of microgravity on actinobacteria. Hypothesis suggests minimal effect on actinobacteria in micr
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Impact of Microgravity on Mold Growth on White Bread
Investigating the effect of microgravity on mold growth on white bread using a Fluids Mixing Enclosure (FME) Type 2 tube. The experiment involves observing mold starting as dust, measuring mold area on bread, and charting data on a bar graph to understand how microgravity influences mold growth in a
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Hot Pepper Power: SSEP Mission 8 to ISS Prince George's County, Maryland
Students from CMIT Elementary School in Prince George's County conducted SSEP Mission 8 to the ISS, focusing on researching hot peppers to find alternative food sources for astronauts. The experiment aimed to test if hot pepper seeds could germinate in a microgravity environment as a potential food
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Lessons Learned from Microgravity Experiment on Branchinecta Anostraca Co.
The microgravity experiment on Branchinecta Anostraca Co. conducted by a team of students shows the challenges faced due to errors in the experiment design, mainly related to the shrimp eggs used. Issues with the supplier, hatching environment, and conditions resulted in inconclusive results. The te
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Microgravity Evaporation Study by Thomas Edison Energysmart Charter School
Evaporation Investigation Mission 7 Project led by students from Thomas Edison Energysmart Charter School in NJ explores the effects of microgravity on water evaporation from the human body and foods. The study aims to understand differences in evaporation in space and on Earth to assess food freshn
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Sunflower Seeds Germination Experiment in Microgravity
This experiment aims to test whether sunflower seeds can germinate in microgravity conditions. The project involves students from Crossroads Academy of Kansas City and explores the potential of growing sunflowers in space for their nutritional benefits. By examining the germination process in a cont
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Effect of Microgravity on Mold Growth on White Bread
This experiment examines the impact of microgravity on mold growth on white bread. Using an FME type two tube containing white bread and formalin, the team aims to observe the mold growth process and measure it through square inches and spore count. By investigating the behavior of mold spores in mi
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