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Space Physiology

From Earth to Space and Back Again

  • 1st Edition - September 1, 2026
  • Latest edition
  • Author: Alan Hargens
  • Language: English

Space Physiology: From Earth to Space and Back Again provides readers with new and authoritative information about current and important topics related to risks in space. The book… Read more

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Description

Space Physiology: From Earth to Space and Back Again provides readers with new and authoritative information about current and important topics related to risks in space. The book covers translation of Earth-based physiology to astronaut health and Earth applications of space research. Topics include adaptations of various systems to space, including bone, microcirculation, microcirculation, skeletal and smooth muscles, headward fluid shifts as well as integrated countermeasures to maintain well-being and health in space.

This is a volume in Elsevier’s new series Hot Topics in Physiology, published in association with the International Union of Physiological Sciences (IUPS). It is an ideal reference for academics and researchers (space physiology and medicine, rehabilitation medicine, biochemistry and cell biology, molecular biology) at Undergrad, Masters, PhD, and Post-Doc levels.

Key features

  • Highlights an integrative approach to space physiology
  • Provides in-depth information for the interested scientist who may not be an expert in the field
  • Written by global leaders in their field of expertise

Readership

Academics and researchers (space physiology and medicine, rehabilitation medicine, biochemistry and cell biology, molecular biology) at Undergrad, Masters, PhD, and Post-Doc levels

Table of contents

1. Bone

2. Cardiovascular

3. Fluid Shifts and Vision

4. Endothelium

5. Static LBNP

6. Vascular Responses

7. Aging in Space

8. Exercise and Muscle Activation

9. LBNP Exercise

10. Spine

11. Space Operations and EVA

12. Plants in Space

13. Risk Management

14. Thermal Balance in Space

15. Nutrition

16. Future Directions recommended by the U.S. National Academy of Sciences

Product details

  • Edition: 1
  • Latest edition
  • Published: September 1, 2026
  • Language: English

About the author

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Alan Hargens

Alan R. Hargens, Ph.D. is Professor and Director of the Orthopaedic Clinical Physiology Lab at the University of California, San Diego (UCSD). He previously served as Chief of the Space Physiology Branch and Space Station Project Scientist at NASA Ames Research Center (1987-2000) and Consulting Professor of Human Biology at Stanford University (1988-2000). His recent research concerns gravity effects on the cardiovascular and musculoskeletal systems of humans and animals. Dr. Hargens has edited seven books and published more than 270 peer-reviewed articles, 50 chapters, 40 NASA Reports, and 620 abstracts in general areas of comparative physiology, cardiovascular and musculoskeletal physiology, and orthopaedic surgery. He also holds eight patents. He is the recipient of a NIH Research Career Development Award, Elizabeth Winston Lanier Award from the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and Orthopaedic Research Society, Recognition Award from the American Physiology Society, and two NASA Honor Awards.
Affiliations and expertise
Associate, Professor, Division of Orthopedics, Surgery & Rehabilitaation, Department of Surgery/Orthopaedics, University of California, Medical Center, University Hospital, USA