Abstract

Discusses the NSBRI program, a consortium project of several leading universities who are conducting research for NASA's program plans to send man on extended flights into space in the 21st Century. The medical aspects and effects on astronauts in a long-duration space flight are being studied by leading biomedical scientists to determine the feasibility and survival risk of such flights. The program began in 1997. Features reported include technology projects and the initial organization of the institute and its members. Current progress and future plans are highlighted.

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