Spaceflight changes gene expression, protein abundance, chromatin organization, and cytokine profiles, among others. This discovery-driven project identifies precise changes in genome status and cellular profiles during spaceflight using multi-omic profiling.
Space-Flown Tissue Analysis
Microgravity-induced fluid shift and space radiation induce tissue-specific changes in gene expression and other omic perturbations. Tissue sampling from astronauts and model organisms provide insights into changes we can expect on long duration exploration-class and colony-class missions.
Space laboratories are essential for medical and research capabilities in low-Earth orbit, the moon, Mars, and beyond. This project translates molecular biology techniques for the microgravity environment of space to complete experiments without requiring sample return to Earth.
Torchlight Institute
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