Preparation for a WebCast Series

ISS: A Home in Microgravity

This guide will help you prepare for the October webcast

This month's webcast entitled: Biology in Microgravity is a study of how living organisms in space are affected by microgravity. Tom Dreschel, a Research Scientist for Kennedy Space Center, will talk about how studying the effects of microgravity on living organisms in space will help us understand and better our lives here on Earth and in space.

Tom is looking forward to answering your questions; however, I would encourage you to take a moment and do a little research on this topic. The more information you can gather the more fun you will have during this very unique and informative event.

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What type of animals have flown in space and how will studying these animals help us understand the microgravity environment? Swordtail fish example Other animals	It is understood that after 10 days of living in space astronauts can experience bone loss. See more details	During long space missions it is very important to keep active. Exercising is a good way to keep healthy and prevent problems that are associated with living in a microgravity environment. See more details	How will studying plants in space benefit us here on earth? Learn how plants play a very important role in the future of NASA's long-duration space missions. Advanced Life Support
Learn how natural bacteria can help control pests here on Earth without harmful side effects.	Fungus is found everywhere on Earth. One common strain Penicillium, a fungus that treats human infections, is a benefit to man. However, a fungus brought from Earth to a space environment can be a nuisance. See more details	80% of all life on earth came from microbes. Therefore understanding our own planet will give us clues on what other planets are made of and if they can sustain life. See more details	One goal that NASA has in space biology is to make life better through research in space. See more details       Link back to Biology in Microgravity