Isolation experiment: 9 volunteers head to remote island to unlock immune secrets

NCT ID NCT07065253

First seen Jan 03, 2026 · Last updated Jun 14, 2026 · Updated 20 times

Summary

This study looks at how living in extreme isolation for a year affects the immune system. Nine healthy volunteers will spend from November 2025 to November 2026 on the remote Kerguelen Islands. Before they leave, researchers collect blood, saliva, stool, urine, and hair samples to establish a baseline for later comparison.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Paul Emile Victor Polar Institute

    Plouzané, 29280, France

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