Fundamentals of Space Medicine and Clinical Technology - Softcover

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0443329044 ISBN 13: 9780443329043

Publisher: Academic Press, 2025

Synopsis

Fundamentals of Space Medicine and Clinical Technology is a comprehensive guide that delves into the advanced technologies utilized in space medicine today. The book is structured into three sections: an introduction to the physiology of space medicine, a detailed overview of various space medicine technologies, and the application of these technologies on Earth. Authored by leading experts in the field, it aims to bridge the gap between space medicine physiology and technological advancements, offering valuable insights. Additionally, the book serves as a useful resource for doctors, engineers, commercial industries, and governments, highlighting the significance of translational applications of space medicine technologies.

This is a pivotal read for anyone interested in the intersection of space exploration and medical science.

• Introduces readers to space medicine physiology
• Presents a variety of space medicine technologies
• Includes translational applications of the technologies

About this title

About the Authors

Dr. Ethan Waisberg is an Academic Foundation Doctor at the University of Cambridge, in the UK. He conducts research in Spaceflight Associate Neuro-Ocular Syndrome, is a member of of NASA's Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Working Group and has co-published leading papers in space medicine, neuro-ophthalmology, extended reality, and artificial intelligence.

Joshua Ong, MD is a resident physician with a passion for protecting astronaut health. He has conducted research on several space medicine research projects, including a project that launched into space. He has presented at the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) Human Research Program Investigators' Workshop and strives to continue his lifelong journey in ophthalmology and space medicine.

Dr. Lee began his academic career in 1994 as an Instructor in the Department of Ophthalmology, Neurology, and Neurosurgery at Baylor College of Medicine, becoming an Associate Professor in 1998. In 2000, he joined the University of Iowa as an Associate Professor and later became a full Professor. He serves on the editorial boards of 12 journals, including the American Journal of Ophthalmology, and is the Editor in Chief of the Journal of Academic Ophthalmology. A recipient of multiple awards from the American Academy of Ophthalmology, Dr. Lee has a strong interest in resident training and has published extensively on teaching methods in ophthalmology residency programs. In 2009, he joined Houston Methodist Hospital and Research Institute, where he currently serves as Chair of the Blanton Eye Institute and is a Professor at Weill Cornell Medical College.

From the Back Cover

Space medicine technologies are essential for life outside of Earth. Fundamentals of Space Medicine and Clinical Technology provides a state-of-the art update on current space medicine technologies. The book is organized in three sections consisting of an introduction to space medicine physiology, an overview of different space medicine technologies, and translational applications of these technologies on Earth. Fundamentals of Space Medicine and Clinical Technology bridges the gap between space medicine physiology and technology development and is written by global leaders in the field, for researchers and professionals in the space medicine industry. This book will also be useful to doctors, engineers, commercial industries, and governments.

Edition details

• Publisher: Academic Press
• Publication date: 2025
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0443329044
• ISBN 13: 9780443329043
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 578
• Editor: Waisberg