Publications by authors named "Colleen I O'Reilly"
Combined effects of heavy ion exposure and simulated Lunar gravity on skeletal muscle.
Life Sci Space Res (Amst)
May 2023
Article Synopsis
- Prolonged spaceflight can lead to muscle atrophy, and partial gravity similar to the Moon's surface may worsen this, especially when combined with space radiation exposure.
- A study was conducted on mice to investigate the effects of partial weight-bearing (simulating Lunar gravity) and radiation on muscle mass and protein synthesis.
- Results showed that partial weight-bearing decreased muscle mass but radiation exposure did not further impact muscle mass, although some changes in protein synthesis and muscle fiber types were observed.