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Finally, a rationale for space tourism! Much like the hot springs on Earth, a trip to orbit extends lifespan (in bacteria). I, for one, cannot wait to see this
by politician 4y ago
Finally, a rationale for space tourism! Much like the hot springs on Earth, a trip to orbit extends lifespan (in bacteria). I, for one, cannot wait to see this breathlessly hyped in the science press. Step aside blood transfusions from teens to the elderly, there’s a new fountain of youth in town.
- abledon 4y agoI like to pay an extra 50 Million, for the "Deluxe" package where there are 10 extra boosters on my ship and I go 20x Faster, and age _even slower_ while travelling faster than my colleagues.
- robertlagrant 4y agoI only go for the space "treatments". Calling it that doubles the price, but you can so totally tell the difference.
- Melatonic 4y agoI wonder, however, if after spending significant time in space and then returning to Earth if the benefits reverse. Or if it even has a negative outcome. It could be that if you stay in space longevity is increased but after returning to Earth the bacteria has trouble re-adjusting ?
- pazimzadeh 4y agoSpace travel weakens the immune system https://www.nature.com/articles/s41598-021-90458-2 https://www.nature.com/articles/s41598-021-90458-2 https://biosignaling.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/1478-811X-11-32 https://biosignaling.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/1478... So maybe it's a good idea for people with chronic inflammation/auto-immunity