Space physiology and medicine : from evidence to practice /

Bibliographic Details
Other Authors:	Nicogossian, Arnauld E. (Editor), Williams, Richard S. (Physician) (Editor), Huntoon, Carolyn Leach (Editor), Doarn, Charles (Editor), Polk, James D. (Editor), Schneider, Victor S. (Editor)
Format:	eBook
Language:	English
Published:	New York : Springer, [2016]
Edition:	Fourth edition.
Subjects:	Space medicine. Space flight > Physiological effect. Space Flight. Aerospace Medicine > methods. Adaptation, Physiological > physiology. Extraterrestrial Environment. Ebooks. Electronic books.
Online Access:	Connect to the full text of this electronic book.

Table of Contents:

Evolution of Human Capabilities and Space Medicine
The Environment of Space Exploration
Living and Working in Space: An Overview of Physiological Adaptation, Performance, and Health Risks
Toxicology
Microbiology
Acoustics and Audition
Radiation Health and Protection
Cardiopulmonary System: Aeromedical Considerations
Neurology
Regulatory Physiology
Metabolism and Nutrition
Clinical Pharmacology and Therapeutics
Musculoskeletal Adaptation to Space Flight
Behavioral Health and Performance
Principles of Crew Health Monitoring and Care
International Dimension of Space Medicine
Simulations and Analogs (Test-Beds)
Training in Space Medicine
Commercial Space Tourism and Space as a Biomedical Laboratory.