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South China Morning Post
01-06-2025
- Business
- South China Morning Post
China's Fan Zhendong signs Bundesliga deal, official calls it ‘huge moment for table tennis'
Chinese star Fan Zhendong is set to return to action at club level after signing for German outfit 1. FC Saarbrücken to play in the Table Tennis Bundesliga. In a statement released on the club's website on Sunday, Fan said he could not wait for the new season to start. The Olympic champion, who has withdrawn from International Table Tennis Federation events in a row over rankings, has largely been out of action since winning gold in Paris last summer, playing only in national championships and the Chinese Table Tennis Super League. 'I'm really looking forward to the new challenge in Saarbrucken and in the TTBL,' Fan told his new club's website. 'I'm really excited to be part of this club, get to know a new environment – and celebrate many successes together with the team.' Nicolas Barrois, the Saarbruken general manager, said bringing the three-time Olympic gold medallist to the club, who finished third in the TTBL last season, was an unbelievable opportunity. Sweden's Truls Moregard is also part of the Saarbrucken team. Photo: AFP 'It happened so fast, so much so that we still find it difficult to believe it 100 per cent, but it's real,' he said. 'It wasn't just a milestone in terms of competition, it's also a huge moment for our club and table tennis in Germany and Europe.'
Yahoo
23-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
📲 Serie A decider, German play-off and more: Friday's fixtures
This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇧🇷 here. On OneFootball 📲 2. Bundesliga Playoff 15:30 – Saarbrücken x E. Braunschweig – OneFootballItalian Championship 15:45 – Napoli x Cagliari – ESPN and Disney+15:45 – Como x Internazionale – ESPN 4 and Disney+Spanish Championship 16:00 – Betis x Valencia – Disney+Brazilian Championship – Série B 21:35 – Goiás x Ferroviária – RedeTV, ESPN, and Disney+📸 Alessandro Sabattini - 2025 Getty Images
Medscape
22-05-2025
- Health
- Medscape
Going to Mars? Your Body Might Disagree
On the journey to Mars, one rule stands out: Expect the unexpected. Medical self-sufficiency and adaptability are essential for survival in space. Bergita Ganse, MD, PhD, from Saarland University, in Saarbrücken, Germany; Bimba Franziska Hoyer, MD, head of the Rheumatology Section and Center for Inflammatory Medicine at the University Hospital Schleswig-Holstein, Campus Kiel, Kiel, Germany, and associated with the German Aerospace Center; and Claudia Stern, MD, senior researcher, head of the department and flight surgeon in the Department of Clinical Aerospace Medicine at the Institute of Aerospace Medicine, emphasized this message during their lectures at the 131st Congress of the German Society of Internal Medicine. The 260 days of weightlessness during the journey to Mars present significant physical and psychological challenges for astronauts, with risks that remain inadequately researched. Muscle Atrophy Within merely 5-11 days in space, astronauts can lose up to 20% of their muscle mass, particularly in the lower extremities. Type II muscle fibers, which are responsible for powerful strength, are particularly affected. This transition from endurance-oriented type I fibers to power-oriented type II fibers further impairs muscle endurance. The loss of muscle strength often exceeds the loss of muscle mass due to fat deposits. Daily intensive onboard training programs of approximately 2.5 hours can slow muscle loss but cannot fully prevent it. Full recovery of muscle fiber composition may take several months after their return to Earth. Bone Density Bone mass decreases by 1%-2% per month in space, potentially leading to a loss of up to 20% during a Mars mission. The weight-bearing bones in the legs are particularly affected. Regeneration of bone mineral density is exceedingly slow and can take years. Consequently, osteoporosis results in permanent changes in the bone structure. Along with targeted strength training, calcium, vitamin D, and bisphosphonates are used as countermeasures, although their effectiveness remains limited. Cartilage Damage Upon returning to Earth, astronauts may experience cartilage damage due to rapid reloading. Loss of collagen and changes in the subchondral bone increase the risk for pain and functional limitations. Urinary biomarkers may help detect cartilage damage early in the future. Back Pain More than half of astronauts suffer from back pain while in space, often associated with an increased risk for herniated discs. The cause is likely due to the pressure placed on the intervertebral discs during weightlessness. Discomfort impairs sleep and work ability, which could have serious consequences on a Mars mission. Vision Changes Since 2008, visual changes after long-term missions have been documented, commonly involving papilledema, increased intraocular pressure, and blurred vision. The causes appear to be multifactorial, with cephalad fluid shifts, increased intracranial pressure, elevated CO2 levels, and genetic factors all playing a role. While symptoms generally resolve upon return, they could potentially become critical issues on longer missions. Medications and Diagnostics How medications work in microgravity and radiation is still not well understood. Dose adjustments and drug stability must be reassessed for long missions. Diagnostic devices must be small, independent, and artificial intelligence–supported, as telemedicine is limited by communication delays of up to 44 minutes. Immune System Under Pressure Isolation, stress, radiation, and long mission durations can significantly weaken astronauts' immune systems due to changes in cytokine levels, alterations in lymphocyte populations, and an increased risk for viral reactivation observed under space conditions. Infections such as herpes zoster or bacterial contamination can thus lead to problems, particularly given the limited treatment options due to limited resources. Conclusion The medical challenges of a Mars mission are vast, ranging from muscle and bone loss to vision problems, radiation exposure, psychological stress, and limited medical care, all of which pose major risks to astronaut health and performance. Advancements in training, diagnostics, and treatment are urgently needed. Reaching Mars will require innovative solutions and interdisciplinary teamwork; however, the journey begins with the Moon and many more research milestones.
