Skip to product information
1 of 1

Gunter Ruyters,Markus Braun,Katrin Maria Stang

Breakthroughs in Space Life Science Research: From Apollo 16 to the ISS

Breakthroughs in Space Life Science Research: From Apollo 16 to the ISS

💎 Earn 256 Points (£2.56) on this item.

Regular price £51.23 GBP
Regular price £59.99 GBP Sale price £51.23 GBP
Sale Sold out
Taxes included. Shipping calculated at checkout.

YOU SAVE £8.76

  • Condition: Brand new
  • UK Delivery times: Usually arrives within 2 - 3 working days
  • UK Shipping: Fee starts at £2.39. Subject to product weight & dimension

Bulk ordering. Want 15 or more copies? Get a personalised quote and bigger discounts. Learn more about bulk orders.

  • More about Breakthroughs in Space Life Science Research: From Apollo 16 to the ISS


The SpringerBriefs in Space Life Sciences series' final volume is divided into five sections, covering the history of life science research in space, flight opportunities, success stories, innovative developments, and an outlook on the future. It is intended for students, research scientists, and lay persons interested in space life science research.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 155 pages
Publication date: 12 June 2021
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland AG


This final volume in the SpringerBriefs in Space Life Sciences series is organized into five main sections. The first section provides a concise summary of the history of life science research in space, focusing on Europe and Germany, from the late 1940s to the present day. It then delves into the various flight opportunities available, including the Space Shuttle/Spacelab system and the International Space Station (ISS). In the third section, the book showcases remarkable success stories and highlights significant key findings in space life science research. The fourth section introduces innovative developments in non-invasive biomedical diagnostics and training methods for astronauts, which have significant benefits for people on Earth, particularly in the aging society. Finally, the fifth section offers an outlook on the future of space life sciences in the upcoming era of space exploration.

The book is designed for students and research scientists in the fields of life sciences and biomedicine, as well as for interested laypersons who seek to gain an overview of space life science research. Its early days, current status, and future directions are explored in depth, making it an invaluable resource for anyone with an interest in this field.

Weight: 454g
Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783030740214
Edition number: 1st ed. 2021

This item can be found in:

UK and International shipping information

UK Delivery and returns information:

  • Delivery within 2 - 3 days when ordering in the UK.
  • Shipping fee for UK customers from £2.39. Fully tracked shipping service available.
  • Returns policy: Return within 30 days of receipt for full refund.

International deliveries:

Shulph Ink now ships to Australia, Belgium, Canada, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, India, Luxembourg Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Spain, Netherlands, New Zealand, United Arab Emirates, United States of America.

  • Delivery times: within 5 - 10 days for international orders.
  • Shipping fee: charges vary for overseas orders. Only tracked services are available for most international orders. Some countries have untracked shipping options.
  • Customs charges: If ordering to addresses outside the United Kingdom, you may or may not incur additional customs and duties fees during local delivery.
View full details