HRR - Task - Combined Effects of Space Radiation and Microgravity on the Function of Human Capillaries and the Endothelial Barrier: Implications for Degenerative Disorders

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Combined Effects of Space Radiation and Microgravity on the Function of Human Capillaries and the Endothelial Barrier: Implications for Degenerative Disorders

Last Published: 07/30/21 01:05:34 PM (Central)

Task Book: Entry
Principal Investigator: Grabham, Peter

Short Title: Implications for Degenerative Disorders

Responsible HRP Element: Human Health Countermeasures

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Funding Status: Active - Currently funded and in progress

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Aims:

Specific aim 1 endothelial barrier function.

To determine the permeability and tight junction integrity of experimental models

exposed to high and low LET space radiation in conjunction with microgravity.

Specific aim 2 Angiogenesis and mature vessel integrity.

To determine the additive or synergistic effect of microgravity on the effect of space

radiation on angiogenesis and on mature vessels.

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Category: Study Results
Subcategory: Customer Requested Study or Analysis

Description:
Knowledge of the effects of space radiation in combination with microgravity on the function of the vasculature can greatly advance our understanding of the degenerative effects of the space environment under normal conditions, and under conditions of physiological stress.

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None External Customers:
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Risk of Cardiovascular Adaptations Contributing to Adverse Mission Performance and Health Outcomes

CVD-103: Determine whether the combined effects of relevant deep-space radiation and weightlessness induce additive or synergistic effects on the cardiovascular system, and whether it is of concern for development of disease.

Combined Effects of Space Radiation and Microgravity on the Function of Human Capillaries and the Endothelial Barrier: Implications for Degenerative Disorders

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