Publications by authors named "Ralf Bernd Schittenhelm"

Article Synopsis
  • Missions into Deep Space this decade are concerning due to potential health risks from microgravity and galactic cosmic radiation, especially for kidneys.
  • Researchers used various biological and clinical analyses on samples from spaceflight-exposed mice, humans, and simulated environments.
  • Key findings reveal that spaceflight causes kidney-related issues like increased risk of kidney stones, changes in nephron structure, and damage from radiation exposure.
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