Title:
Effects of Prolonged Exposure to a Space Analog Environment on Cardiovascular variability and Cardio-postural Interactions
Agreement Number:
23HLSHANA1
Agreement Value:
$99,000.00
Agreement Date:
Apr 14, 2023 - Sep 30, 2026
Description:
Wobbly legs, dizzy spells and even fainting experienced by astronauts on return to Earth are serious health and safety concerns. While a major part of this is the loss of the effect of gravity on the body, another may be related to being isolated in a small group. This results in stress which could result in reduced quality of life and health. This is not unlike what many of us experienced during the pandemic lock down. The HERA facility allows us to study how posture and cardiovascular function are affected in isolation to better protect astronauts and isolated older persons.
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:
Burnaby, British Columbia, CA V5A 1S6
Reference Number:
003-2023-2024-Q1-00004
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Amendment Date
Apr 15, 2025
Recipient's Legal Name:
Simon Fraser University
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.