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Former NASA Astronauts Discuss Life in Space

Dr. Jim ReillyIn a live webcast February 17, Capt. Wendy Lawrence, (USN, Ret.) Professor of Space Physiology at American Public University, and Dr. Jim Reilly, Dean of the School of Science and Technology, will discuss their personal experiences of Living in Space.

Topics discussed will inlcude:

  • Living and working onboard the International Space Station
  • Long-term effects of living in space has on the human body and mind, including challenges such as bone and muscle mass loss.
  • Traveling in space - the journey from liftoff to re-entry
  • How education will shape the future of the U.S. space program and exploration of interplanetary space

Additionally, this live webcast will include a question and answer session. For more information about the event, visit http://www.studyatapu.com/web-cast/space.


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