Real World: Small Systems Count – Cells in Space
Have you ever wondered what living in space would do to your body? In this Real World video, learn how NASA scientists study cells on Earth to learn how to protect astronauts from radiation during space flights. Dr. Egle Cekanaviciute describes changes in cells and cell organelles. She also compares quantitative and qualitative data and demonstrates how to calculate the percentage of mutated cells.
Background Information
Grades 6 through 8
- NASA About Space Radiation
- NASA Hazards of Human Space Flight -- Hazard 1: Space Radiation
- NASA Space Radiation is Risky Business for the Human Body
- NASA Space Radiation Miniseries
- NASA The Human Body in Space
- NASA Why Space Radiation Matters
- NASA Space Place What Is Space Weather?
Activities
Grades 6 through 8
- NASA Space Faring: The Radiation Challenge
- NASA Hazards to Deep Space Astronauts: Activity 1 -- Radiation
Grades K through 12