Scientists studying astronauts’ after-space travel effects have found out that after going to space and coming back, their brains have enlarged and morphed. It takes them 3 years to recover back to normal, which is now forcing astronauts to wait 3 years until their next trip.
According to Scientific Reports’ article, “A number of studies have now reported that spaceflight alters human brain morphology. Spaceflight induces an upward shift of the brain within the skull, resulting in cortical crowding and narrowing of the sulci at the top of the brain.” (McGregor, H.R., Hupfeld, K.E., Pasternak, et al. 2023). If astronauts take precautions against these abnormalities, new improvements can help safety measures when going to space.
Understanding these brain changes becomes crucial as space agencies plan ambitious missions, including potential journeys to Mars. Implementing improved safety measures and tailored training programs for astronauts could be vital to their well-being during and after long space missions.
When going to space, keeping everyone safe on the journey through the galaxy will be vital. Keeping mental and physical health in good shape will be a big challenge. Training astronauts to handle these tasks will be crucial and give us confidence in our solar system-wide trip.
According to Scientific Reports’ article, “A number of studies have now reported that spaceflight alters human brain morphology. Spaceflight induces an upward shift of the brain within the skull, resulting in cortical crowding and narrowing of the sulci at the top of the brain.” (McGregor, H.R., Hupfeld, K.E., Pasternak, et al. 2023). If astronauts take precautions against these abnormalities, new improvements can help safety measures when going to space.
Understanding these brain changes becomes crucial as space agencies plan ambitious missions, including potential journeys to Mars. Implementing improved safety measures and tailored training programs for astronauts could be vital to their well-being during and after long space missions.
When going to space, keeping everyone safe on the journey through the galaxy will be vital. Keeping mental and physical health in good shape will be a big challenge. Training astronauts to handle these tasks will be crucial and give us confidence in our solar system-wide trip.
