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Effects of Microgravity on Terrestrial Born Biological Systems

AUTHOR D. Holloway, Michael
PUBLISHER CRC Press (10/29/2025)
PRODUCT TYPE Hardcover (Hardcover)

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Microgravity profoundly impacts terrestrial biological systems, altering cellular functions, metabolic processes,
and physiological responses. This book explores the diverse effects of microgravity on cellular and molecular
biology, immune function, cancer research, and microbiome dynamics. We examine changes in cell morphology, gene expression, protein synthesis, and metabolic pathways, shedding light on how gravitational forces
shape biological processes. The implications extend beyond space exploration, offering insights into regenerative medicine, biotechnology, and disease modeling. By leveraging microgravity research, we can develop
innovative therapeutic strategies and biomanufacturing techniques for both space-based and Earth-bound
applications. As humanity prepares long-duration missions, understanding these biological adaptations is
critical for advancing space medicine and ensuring astronaut health, while simultaneously unlocking new
frontiers in biomedical research.

Maybe we will be able to synthesize self-replicating molecules capable of self-replication, catalysis,
and evolution within an appropriate environment. We haven't been able to do so on Earth, perhaps
due to the constraints of gravity?

Making amazing stuff in space is gravy, just have to take "it" out...

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ISBN-13: 9781041135449
ISBN-10: 1041135440
Binding: Hardback or Cased Book (Sewn)
Content Language: English
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Page Count: 308
Carton Quantity: 0
Country of Origin: US
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Technology & Engineering | Materials Science - General
Technology & Engineering | Chemistry - Physical & Theoretical
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Microgravity profoundly impacts terrestrial biological systems, altering cellular functions, metabolic processes,
and physiological responses. This book explores the diverse effects of microgravity on cellular and molecular
biology, immune function, cancer research, and microbiome dynamics. We examine changes in cell morphology, gene expression, protein synthesis, and metabolic pathways, shedding light on how gravitational forces
shape biological processes. The implications extend beyond space exploration, offering insights into regenerative medicine, biotechnology, and disease modeling. By leveraging microgravity research, we can develop
innovative therapeutic strategies and biomanufacturing techniques for both space-based and Earth-bound
applications. As humanity prepares long-duration missions, understanding these biological adaptations is
critical for advancing space medicine and ensuring astronaut health, while simultaneously unlocking new
frontiers in biomedical research.

Maybe we will be able to synthesize self-replicating molecules capable of self-replication, catalysis,
and evolution within an appropriate environment. We haven't been able to do so on Earth, perhaps
due to the constraints of gravity?

Making amazing stuff in space is gravy, just have to take "it" out...

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