Title:
The effect of long-duration space flight on bone microarchitecture and strength using three-dimensional high resolution imaging.
Agreement Number:
19NASAHER1
Agreement Value:
$1,844,386.95
Agreement Date:
Sep 12, 2019 - Mar 31, 2031
Description:
The effect of long-duration space flight on bone microarchitecture and strength using three-dimensional high resolution imaging.
Our bones continually adapt to support our body weight in a gravity environment. Bones become weaker when everyday stresses are reduced. Astronauts lose bone strenght rapidly while in space due to weightlessness and reduced exercise. The purpose of this study is to understand the time-course of bone strength loss in space. We will use high resolution bone imaging to investigate how long it takes for bone loss to stabilize in space and whether stabilization differs between first-time and repeat flier astronauts. Results will help understand how to ensure astronauts remain healthier on longer-duration missions and the risks of very long spaceflights in the future.
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:
Calgary, Alberta, CA T2N 4Z6
Reference Number:
003-2019-2020-Q2-04301
Agreement Type:
Contribution
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Additional Information:
The amount allocated covers more than one fiscal year
Amendment Date
Jan 30, 2026
Recipient's Operating Name:
University of Calgary
Recipient's Legal Name:
University of Calgary
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.