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How TRISH funds startups researching space health, Earth health

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Lisa Suennen, chair of the strategic advisory board of the Translational Research Institute for Space Health (TRISH), talks about ways for startups to apply for grants to help accelerate product development.

 

Advancing research into effects of solar radiation on blood cell count

Drew Glaser, postdoctoral fellow at the University of California, Davis, talks about her research using microfluidics technology to simulate conditions that occur in space.
 

Immersive tech helps doctors visualize planned surgeries

Rick Beberman, CEO of Sira Medical, runs a demo of his company's VR/AR surgery planning tool, which he says can save up to 20% of operating room time and provide additional revenue opportunities.

 

Dynamic workstation aims to improve outcomes for patients with mobility issues

Altwork Founder and CEO Che Voigt demonstrates workstation technology that adapts to any position, benefiting those with spinal or muscular issues.
 

The 'intellectual challenge' faced in configuring deep space travel

Dr. Dan Lowenstein, executive vice chancellor and provost at UCSF, discusses how focusing on the health of humans leaving the planet pushes our current capabilities.