Jean Jacobs
Role : Crew Executive Officer
Studies : Human metabolism
Email : jjacobs@marsuclouvain.be
I have always been drawn to the unknown, this is why I am doing a PhD in biochemistry at the de Duve institute. Mars exploration is the ultimate frontier mankind is currently pushing. By taking part in this adventure, I can contribute to this journey. I am also convinced that our work during this mission will have significant applications here on earth throughout all the experiments carried out during the simulation.
Assessment of metabolic changes due to alterations in physical activity and nutrition.
Mars colonization is a technological challenge but also a physical challenge for the future marstronautes.Microgravity, environment and nutrition changes will have a big impact on the crews’ health. My goal is to develop a protocol for the monitoring of essential parameters of the health and metabolism of the crew members. The collected data will help […]
