Readings
Benefits of Cardiopulmonary Research in Space
Source: Ronald D. Reed, United States Air Force Academy   Format: Microsoft Word
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Description: This document discusses many of the advances in cardiopulmonary science that have been made possible by research in space. An overview of structure and function of the cardiopulmonary system and its associated organs is given, followed by an account of the effects of microgravity and how they are countered. 
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Cardiovascular Function & Fluids
                        
                        Source: Ronald D. Reed, United States Air Force Academy   Format: Microsoft Word
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                        Description: This document discusses many of the advances in cardiovascular 
                        science that have been made possible by research in space. An overview of 
                        the structure and function of the cardiovascular system and its associated 
                        organs is given, followed by an account of the effects of microgravity and 
                        how they are countered. 
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Bibliographies
Cardiovascular Sources and Readings
                        
                        Source: Ronald D. Reed, United States Air Force Academy   Format: Microsoft Word
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                        Description: This list of related readings and 
                        sources contain further information about cardiovascular research. 
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Pulmonary Bibliography
Source: Ronald D. Reed, United States Air Force Academy   Format: Microsoft Word
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Description: This document is a list of related readings and 
sources that contain further information about cardiopulmonary research. 
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                        Links
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						Cayuga Student Physiology and Anatomy Notes
These online notes contain inset photos and artwork on the 
						heart.  Other links connect to notes on the lymphatic system and blood 
						vessels.
                        
                        Human Anatomy Online
This site includes interactive anatomical views of major body systems, 
                        including cardiovascular and lymphatics.
						
						Human Physiology in Space
This site includes illustrated sections and text  on all major body 
						systems, space flight effects, and student activities.