Those tiny colorful dinosaur toys that grow bigger underwater might hold the key to protecting astronauts as they journey through space.

The human body was not built for spaceflight, with its microgravity conditions, exposure to high-energy radiation and other ...

The human body was not built for spaceflight, with its microgravity conditions, exposure to high-energy radiation and other ...

Hydrogel is something that most of us are familiar with from it being used in contact lenses, burn dressings, and hair gel.

Scientists have identified water as one of the most effective materials for blocking radiation. Water is dense and contains ...

Understanding chorus waves is vital, as they create fast-moving, highly energetic electrons (known as killer electrons) that can penetrate spacecraft shielding and destroy important systems.

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Researchers at Ghent University in Belgium are working on the development of advanced 3D-printed hydrogels for radiation ...

It's a key problem that will need to be addressed if humans are to attempt deep-space, long-duration missions. Not only is radiation exposure a dangerous health risk to humans, but it also poses a ...

Peculiar bursts of energy called chorus waves have been detected in deep space far from our planet, suggesting they could pose problems for long-distance space travel ...

NASA has plans to launch the first deep space station for humans to live long-term. Is it a necessary step to Mars?

There are many obstacles to overcome before humans can set foot on Mars, including problems surrounding launch mass and closed-loop systems and the hazards of space radiation.