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Researchers at UCL looked at the effect of space flight on the kidneys.
They found that both human and animal kidneys are remodelled by the conditions in space, with specific parts of the organs showing signs of shrinkage after less than a month in space.
The scientists suggest the likely cause of this is microgravity rather than galactic cosmic radiation.
They say it will be necessary to develop measures to protect the kidneys if missions to Mars are to be successful.
UCL-led team looked at data and samples from more than 40 Low Earth orbit space missions.
The SOMA package includes data from a range of missions, including the SpaceX Inspiration4, Polaris Dawn , Axiom , Nasa Twins and Jaxa missions.
Prof Mason said: “There are a couple of things we know that women seem to be less affected by spaceflight associated neuro-ocular syndrome.
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