Spacesuits optional for 'water bears'

Thread starter Monique
Start date Sep 9, 2008

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The discussion centers around the resilience of the water bear, or tardigrade, which has been noted for its ability to survive extreme conditions, including space. The conversation humorously shifts to the idea of "moon bears," suggesting a playful comparison between the water bear's achievements and the concept of bears in space. One participant mentions their aversion to motion, indicating a personal discomfort with the idea of space travel, even in a lighthearted context. Overall, the thread highlights the remarkable adaptability of tardigrades while engaging in a light-hearted banter about bears in space.

Sep 9, 2008

Monique

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"The humble water bear has gone where no animal has gone before", how about moon bears?

http://www.nature.com/news/2008/080908/full/news.2008.1087.html

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Sep 16, 2008

Moonbear

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Monique said:

"The humble water bear has gone where no animal has gone before", how about moon bears?

I think I'll pass. I get motion sick even on fast roller coasters.

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