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以下の通り生物学専攻セミナーを開催します．

日時：10/17  13:15－14:25

場所：杉本キャンパス・8号館 820教室

演者：Ravikumar Hosamani先生（インド・ダールワード農業科学大学）

タイトル：Space Biology: Innovating Science for Astronaut Health and Well-being!

Space Biology is a rapidly advancing field focused on understanding the impact of space travel on astronaut health and well-being. Since the launch of the International Space Station (ISS) in the early 2000s, significant progress has been made in space biology research. Investigating the effects of microgravity, is critical for space exploration. Research conducted aboard the ISS has provided valuable insights into health risks such as bone and muscle loss, immune system compromise, increased microbial pathogenicity, cardiovascular issues and menu fatigue. To address these challenges, researchers use a range of biological model systems, including rats, mice, microbes, fruit flies, and plants. These models not only help identify potential health risks but also offer solutions to safeguard astronaut health during long-duration missions. In this seminar, I will discuss how these diverse model systems contribute to astronaut health and well-being, share my personal spaceflight research experience from NASA Ames Research Center, and highlight our upcoming ISRO payloads. Finally, I will explore the growing importance of Space Biology in India, particularly in the context of the Gaganyaan – Human Spaceflight Program.

※研究セミナー（生物学専攻セミナー）は、博士後期課程「機能解析／生体機能／自然誌機能生物学ゼミナール」の授業の一部として実施されます。履修者のみなさまは、各自が履修登録している科目の科目代表に感想を提出してください。