Agnirva Space Premier League - Expedition #32122: Ocular Rigidity as a Novel Risk Factor for Space Flight-Associated Neuro-Ocular Syndrome

Spaceflight can have significant effects on the human body, particularly on the eyes and brain. One of the phenomena being studied is Space Flight-Associated Neuro-Ocular Syndrome (SANS), a condition that affects astronauts during extended missions. Dr. Santiago Costantino’s research on ocular rigidity seeks to explore how changes in the eyes’ rigidity may be a contributing factor to this condition.

SANS can result in a variety of symptoms, including changes in vision, pressure in the eyes, and other visual impairments. Understanding how the structure and rigidity of the eye change in space could help develop new preventative measures or treatments for astronauts experiencing these symptoms.

By studying ocular rigidity, the research team hopes to identify novel risk factors for SANS and provide insights into how spaceflight may affect the eye and optic nerve. This experiment is essential for improving astronaut health, particularly as space agencies look towards long-duration missions, such as those to Mars.

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