As we prepare for missions beyond Earth orbit, one crucial challenge remains: keeping astronauts healthy in microgravity.

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ESA exercise machine called European Enhanced Exploration Exercise Device (E4D) helps astronauts stay healthy during space missions.

HELSINKI — China’s astronaut corps has completed a near month-long underground cave training, conducted in part to prepare for future crewed lunar landing missions. A team of 28 astronauts ...

There are many difficult things about sending humans to space, from dealing with health effects on the human body to the risks of launch and landing to keeping astronauts well-fed and supplied.

PRAGUE, Oct. 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- BTL, a global leader in medical technologies, proudly announces that its flagship device, EMSCULPT NEO, played a key role in astronaut preparation ahead of a ...

ESA reserve astronaut John McFall, floating on a parabolic aircraft flight, has been medically certified for long-duration space station missions. Credit: ESA/Novespace WASHINGTON — In a first, a ...

“Astronauts have to undergo intensive periods of training and may participate in spaceflights that last for months. During this time, their body will be subject to a great deal of stress and good ...