2022/2023 cohort
This project explores the potential adaptations of the human body for survival in a zero-gravity, atmosphere-free environment. The project focuses on two main areas of adaptation: the skin and the ears. The human skin is adapted to contend with the lack of gravity, extreme temperatures, and hazardous UV radiation. To combat the absence of gravity, the skin develops muscular suckers, inspired by an octopus’s adhesive ability, to allow a person to stay put on the ground. The ears are adapted to receive and process signals without the presence of air vibrations, inspired by bats and their ability to echolocate in total darkness. The modified ears feature a sharper helix and a wider ear canal to improve hearing and pick up more frequencies. The eardrum is also designed to be bigger and thinner, making it more sensitive.
