Why two astronauts are spending an entire year living on the space station
In short: NASA astronaut Scott Kelly and Roscosmos cosmonaut Mikhail Kornienko are currently living aboard the International Space Station for a full year. This mission aims to provide critical data on how long-term weightlessness affects the human body, helping scientists prepare for future crewed expeditions to Mars.
Expedition 43 flight engineers Scott Kelly and Mikhail Kornienko began their year-long mission in 2015, with a scheduled return to Earth in March 2016. By studying the physiological impacts of extended time in space, researchers hope to overcome the challenges of long-duration travel required for interplanetary exploration.
The mission represents a significant effort to understand the human body's response to microgravity. Data collected during this period is intended to inform the planning and safety protocols for future human missions to Mars.
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