Title:
Effects of bed rest, artificial gravity and exercise on total hemoglobin and blood volume:
relation to orthostatic tolerance and aerobic capacity
Agreement Number:
21HLSHANA2
Agreement Value:
$100,000.00
Agreement Date:
Aug 16, 2021 - Mar 31, 2026
Description:
In this study of 60-days head down bed rest, artificial gravity generated on a large centrifuge, and exercise training will be introduced to determine their effectiveness. Changes in blood volume and regulatory hormones will be followed to assess their contribution to loss of cardiovascular fitness.
Organization:
Canadian Space Agency
Expected Results:
The Research component of the program provides financial support to organizations to conduct space related research and development in priority areas. It will support targeted knowledge development and innovation to sustain and enhance the Canadian capacity to use space to address national needs and priorities in the future.
Location:
Waterloo, Quebec, CA N2L3G1
Reference Number:
003-2021-2022-Q2-05360
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Amendment Date
May 31, 2025
Recipient's Legal Name:
University of Waterloo
Program:
Class Grant and Contribution Program to Support Research, Awareness and Learning in Space Science and Technology
Program Purpose:
This program supports knowledge development and innovation in the CSA's priority areas while increasing the awareness and participation of Canadians in space-related disciplines and activities.
The Research Component aims to support the development of science and technology; foster the continual development of a critical mass of researchers and highly qualified people in Canada; and support information gathering and space-related studies and research pertaining to Canadian Space Agency priorities.