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How to Survive in Space: Into Orbit

How science, engineering and medicine are trying to understand the limits of human physiology to ensure survival in space. Originally broadcast 30 December 2015.

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27 minutes

Stargazing

Dava Sobel explores our fascination with the cosmos, from Copernicus to recent innovation

The Space Collection

Astronauts, moon walks and surviving in space

The Space Archive

Innovation, the space race and the first heroes to boldly go

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