Channel: NASA's Ames Research Center

Category: Science & Technology

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Description: A new experiment is studying tardigrades, aka water bears, aboard the International Space Station to better understand how they tolerate extreme environments – including the one astronauts experience in space. The findings can help guide research into protecting humans from the stresses of long-duration space travel. Learn more: nasa.gov/feature/ames/microscopic-superheroes-to-help-protect-astronaut-health-in-space Video credit: NASA/Ames Research Center NASA's Ames Research Center is located in California's Silicon Valley. Follow us on social media to hear about the latest developments in space, science, technology, and aeronautics. Facebook facebook.com/nasaames​ Twitter twitter.com/nasaames​ Instagram instagram.com/nasaames