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Fatigue, Sleep, and Circadian Rhythms
Source: Ronald D. Reed, United States Air Force Academy Format: Microsoft PowerPoint
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Description: This presentation gives an overview of problems associated
with fatigue and sleep during space flight. Acute and chronic effects of microgravity upon the
sleep cycle are compared. Circadian rhythms, circadian desynchronizations, and possible
countermeasures are explained.
(Posted on 10/00)