Mitzi Laughlin, University of Houston (IMAGE) University of Houston Caption UH Researchers, led by Mitzi Laughlin and funded by a $1 Million NASA grant, will examine muscle strength of eight crew members on the International Space Station. They are interested in whether the loss of muscle mass levels off in extended space missions. Their research extends over five years. Credit University of Houston Usage Restrictions None License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.