Space Medicine

Our research is driven by a central question: What are the chemical, biological, and neurological implications of space travel? It is well-established that exposure to cosmic radiation and microgravity can result in brain damage and genetic mutations. The NASA twins study, for instance, highlights that prolonged spaceflight can lead to significant genetic alterations.

Building on this knowledge, our research team employs a dual approach. First, we focus on real-time monitoring of physiological changes in astronauts. Second, we are committed to developing strategies to prevent these detrimental effects from occurring in the space environment. This research not only aims to deepen our understanding of how the brain responds to space conditions, but also to safeguard the neurological health of astronauts during long-duration missions beyond Earth.

In space, astronauts are exposed to a range of physical challenges, including brain DNA damage, increased cancer risk, fluid shifts, elevated intracranial pressure, neuro-ocular syndrome, and susceptibility to skin burns. Of these, our primary focus is on preventing brain DNA damage and genetic mutations. We are working on establishing a robust monitoring system to detect genetic alterations early and implement preventive measures, ensuring astronauts' long-term health and safety throughout space missions.

In the demanding space environment marked by cosmic radiation and microgravity, astronauts experience a spectrum of physiological alterations. These encompass DNA damage in the brain, an elevated susceptibility to cancer, shifts in fluid distribution, increased intracranial pressure (ICP), the onset of neuro-ocular syndrome, and an augmented risk of skin burns. This challenging milieu necessitates a comprehensive understanding and proactive measures to address the complex array of health implications posed by extended space missions.

[2025 Humans In Space Challenge]

Startups and Researchers addressing Critical Health problems on Earth and in Space can apply to the Humans In Space Challenge to access Equity Investment and On-Orbit Experiment opportunities, alongside Accelerator Program and Networking Opportunities supported by globally renowned partners and institutions. Applications for the 2025 Humans In Space (HIS) Challenge will be open soon, and can be found on the HIS website at www.humansinspaceofficial.com.

HIS Challenge is an innovative competition hosted by Boryung Corp., a leading healthcare company in South Korea, in partnership with its global partners since 2022. This initiative aims to cultivate a global space healthcare ecosystem by convening prominent leaders and pioneering ideas in space healthcare.

Watch the 2024 HIS Applicant Briefing Session (here)

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