Astronauts’ brains can change shape and shift positions during stays in space, according to a new study with implications for NASA’s goals to conduct long-duration missions to the moon and Mars. | NBC News

Here’s what we need to know before we go to the Moon and Mars. ⬇️ How does the human body react in deep space? Aboard NASA’s Artemis II mission, AVATAR will study the effects of deep space stressors, including extreme radiation and microgravity, on human health. During the mission, we will gather essential data that could be used to develop measures to ensure crew health on future missions, including personalized medical kits tailored to each astronaut. 🔗 go.nasa.gov/4m5dGH9 | NASA Science