NASA to Study Human Health, Performance During Crew-13 Mission

The NASA SpaceX Crew-13 mission on the International Space Station will focus heavily on understanding the impact of spaceflight on astronaut health and performance. Specifically, researchers are conducting investigations into alterations in blood flow and clotting processes experienced by the crew during their time in orbit. Simultaneously, the mission includes rigorous assessments of astronauts' manual piloting capabilities as part of ongoing skill evaluations. Data collection aims to address vision and cognitive changes resulting from prolonged exposure to microgravity conditions. This comprehensive research program is intended to provide crucial insights for future long-duration missions beyond Earth’s atmosphere.