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NASA Space Biology Knowledge Engine

Explore 600+ Studies of Life in Space

Unlock decades of NASA space biology research. From microgravity effects on human health to cultivating life beyond Earth—discover insights that shape humanity's future in space.

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Human Health
Understanding the impact of microgravity and radiation on the human body

Explore decades of research on astronaut health, bone density loss, muscle atrophy, and cardiovascular changes in space. Critical data for long-duration missions to Mars and beyond.

Plant & Microbe Life
Experiments on cultivating life beyond Earth

Discover how plants grow in microgravity, microbial behavior in space environments, and the potential for sustainable food production on lunar and Martian habitats.

Future Exploration
Informing missions to the Moon and Mars

Access the foundational research that shapes humanity's next giant leap. From radiation shielding to closed-loop life support systems for deep space missions.