Living in space

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The Spacelab Life Sciences-1 mission produced a report on human adaptation to space flight. Significant results include blood-cell response, blood volume decrease, cardiovascular adaptation and calcium and bone-mineral loss.

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Used space program for sale?

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The Soviet Union's Mir space station is the result of decades of investment, and R&D. However, the Soviets may need to consider selling the expensive-to-operate station to raise badly needed hard currency.

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More than a global market

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The factors that justify space exploration include economics and challenge to the human spirit. The International Space Year of 1992 promotes discovery, innovation and enterprise.

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