Testing the study protocol for long-term isolation
Conditions
Interventions
Group 1: Phase 1: 2-day teambuilding training
Phase 2: 3 days of technical training and baseline data collection + 8 days of isolation in the psychology laboratory of the :envihab
Phase 3: 1 day for d
Sponsors
European Space Agency
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
All
Age
25 Years to 55 Years
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: - Physically healthy subjects (successfully pass the medical screening) - Body mass index between 18.5 and 30 kg/m2 - Applicants must be prepared and agree to provide a full family and personal history including the collection of further information if deemed necessary - Applicants must speak and read English sufficiently (level B2), as English is the mission language - Passed psychological assessment (confirmation of behavioural readiness for a short confinement mission) - Demonstrable medical insurance - Clear criminal background check - Signed informed consent
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: - Any acute or chronic medical condition preventing safe participation in the project - History of severe allergic reactions to allergens candidates could be exposed to during the project (e.g. food allergens like nuts or wheat, medications such as pain killers, environmental allergens such as latex) - Claustrophobia - Smoker within six months prior to the start of the mission - Abuse of drugs, medicine, or alcohol - Cannot clear a criminal background check - Incarcerated persons - Females: Pregnancy, one year after pregnancy, breast feeding
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| The primary endpoint of this pilot study is the successful implementation of the study protocol, including the execution of all planned scientific experiments, particularly the Isolation Standard Pilot Study of Long-term Isolation All Measures and the accurate collection of data by participants in adherence to standard operating procedures. | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Success will be evaluated through the following measures: • Technical and facility performance data • Effectiveness of communication protocols between mission control and the isolated crew • Adherence to participant tasks outlined in the daily schedule • Participant feedback through group discussions and questionnaires • Data quality and completeness from the Isolation Standard Measures (e.g., mood, wellbeing) • Implementation and monitoring of medical surveillance procedures • Execution and adherence to nutrition plans and dietary monitoring • Monitoring and implementation of exercise protocols and physical activity schedules. | — |
Countries
Germany
Contacts
Public ContactSarah Madeleine Piechowski-Worms
DLR-Institut für Luft-und Raumfahrtmedizin
Outcome results
None listed