New initiative focuses on astronaut health, lunar exploration and medical breakthroughs for life in space and on Earth
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China is preparing to launch a major human research programme focused on the health and long-term survival of astronauts, as the country advances its ambitions in orbital operations and future lunar exploration, reports Xinhua News Agency, a partner of TV BRICS.
The initiative will begin accepting research proposals from 1 April. The programme aims to develop a comprehensive “space human atlas” and establish a dedicated research database, generating findings that could enhance the well-being of astronauts during long-duration missions while also contributing to public health on Earth.
Research will focus on how microgravity affects bones and muscles, as well as the broader physiological impacts of prolonged space travel. Scientists will examine changes in cardiovascular function, metabolism, cognitive performance and ageing, including the effects experienced after returning to Earth. The studies will involve human samples, cells and organoid models.
The new initiative comes as China accelerates preparations for a crewed lunar landing by 2030 and increases the frequency of long-term missions. These developments are contributing to new approaches in studying cardiovascular health, neurodegenerative conditions, ageing and pharmaceutical testing, the source stated.
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