Their study, published on Jan. 12, showed a consistent pattern of the brain shifting backward and upward, and rotating upward ...

When astronauts look back at Earth from space, they often describe an experience so profound that it permanently alters how they perceive life. Known as the "overview effect," this shift in ...

Keeping astronauts healthy in space isn't only a matter of making sure that they get enough exercise and good food to eat. It's also important to consider their mental well-being. This is an important ...

US astronauts Suni Williams and Barry Wilmore have been stranded in low earth orbit onboard the International Space Station for nine months. Their planned return from their one week mission was ...

With civilian space flight less than two years away, The First Annual Conference on the Overview Effect will bring together an impressive panel of scientists, astronauts and visionary leaders to ...

This presentation was recorded on November 7, 2013 in the "Moving Beyond Earth" exhibition at the National Air and Space Museum in Washington, DC. Human spaceflight has changed our world, but can a ...