About 1200 human space flights have been completed to date, including more than 500 astronauts from various countries, for a combined total presence in space of about 90 years. The 21st expedition crew is currently in residence aboard the International Space Station, continuing a permanent presence in space that began in 2000. During that time, investigations have been conducted on both humans and animal models to study bone demineralization, muscle de-conditioning, space motion sickness, changes in immune function, crew and crew-ground interactions, post flight orthostatic intolerance, and the medical issues of living in a space environment, such as the effects of radiation and the risk of developing kidney stones. Results of these investigations have led to fundamental discoveries about the adaptation of the human body to the space environment. Gilles Clément has been active in this research. This book presents in a readable text the findings from life science experiments conducted during and after space missions.

This 2nd edition title is an extensive review, easy-to-understand, as well an instructor's guide for space life research

Foreword.- Preface.- Chapter 1: Introduction to Space Life Sciences.- Chapter 2: Space Biology.- Chapter 3: The Neuro-Sensory System in Space.- Chapter 4: The Cardio-Vascular System in Space.- Chapter 5: The Musculo-Skeletal System in Space.- Chapter 6: Psychological Issues of Spaceflight.- Chapter 7: Operational Space Medicine.- Chapter 8: Life Support Systems.- Chapter 9: Space Life Sciences Investigator's Guide.- Index.