Animal research; Astronaut selection; Show us your instrument
BBC Inside Science
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Selection Process and Training of Astronauts
The chapter delves into the rigorous selection process and training requirements for astronauts, detailing the intense testing and specialized training tailored for space missions. It contrasts the criteria for professional astronauts and space tourism participants, emphasizing psychological profiling and teamwork for long-duration space missions. The chapter also discusses future plans for long-term space exploration, including Mars colonization missions and the collaboration between space agencies and private enterprises.
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