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A Year in Space

The Twin Study

Scott and Mark Kelly undergo studies to understand the effect of spaceflight on the body.

Aired 11/15/2017 | Rating NR

A Year in Space

The Twin Study

Clip: Episode 2 | 2m 54sVideo has Closed Captions

Scott and Mark Kelly undergo studies to understand the effect of spaceflight on the body.

While Scott Kelly spent a year on the International Space Station, his twin brother Mark spent a year on earth. By analyzing the differences between the two men, NASA researchers hope to gain insight into the effects of spaceflight on the human body.

Aired 11/15/2017 | Rating NR

Episode 2 Preview

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Beyond A Year in Space follows Scott Kelly's return to Earth and NASA's Twin Study. (30s)

Jessica and Victor Visit Kennedy Space Center

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The astronauts take in the history of spaceflight at the Kennedy Space Center. (2m 46s)

The Legacy of the One Year Mission

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Astronauts Scott Kelly and Jessica Meir discuss the importance of the Twin Study. (2m)

Meet Astronaut Jessica Meir

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Astronaut Jessica Meir describes her career before NASA. (1m 32s)

Meet Astronaut Victor Glover

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Victor Glover describe his career before NASA. (1m 32s)

Scott Kelly Returns to Earth After a Year in Space

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The Soyuz spacecraft carrying Scott Kelly and Mikhail Kornienko lands on March 2nd, 2016. (2m 44s)

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