The Exploration of Space Asteroids: The Fossils of the Universe
Asteroids, often called “fossils of the solar system,” are remnants from its formation that offer clues about planetary origins and the pote...
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20 of 50 episodes3rd Annual Global Astrobiotechnology Hub
The 3rd Annual Global Astrobiotechnology Hub focuses on advancing the intersection of space exploration, biotechnology, and innovation. The...
Stem Cells and Science in Space - Medicine Informing Novel Discoveries (MIND)
Scientists, leaders, and patients discuss the intersection of cutting-edge science and real-world impact. They explore the importance of pat...
Stem Cells Space and Liver Metabolism - Medicine Informing Novel Discoveries (MIND)
Explore the cutting-edge intersection of space travel, biology, and health. Experts dive into the effects of microgravity and space radiatio...
A Closer Look at...Stem Cells in Space
Why explore stem cells in space when we have the comfort of Earth's laboratories? Join Robert A.J. Signer, Ph.D., alongside Catriona Jamieso...
Stem Cells and Science in Space - Medicine Informing Novel Discoveries (MIND)
Explore cutting-edge research at the intersection of neuroscience, space exploration, and medical innovation. Researchers discuss revolution...
Stem Cells and Space: Global Astrobiotechnology Hub
Marking the one-year anniversary of the Global Astrobiotechnology Hub, an esteemed panel convenes to envision the future of space exploratio...
Stem Cells and Space - Sanford Stem Cell Symposium 2023
Experts discuss the immense potential of conducting experiments and manufacturing goods in space. They explore how this could enhance our un...
A Life in Space with Peggy Whitson - Sanford Stem Cell Symposium 2023
Astronaut Peggy Whitson, Ph.D., and Lisa Carnell, Ph.D., discuss various aspects of space exploration, life in microgravity, and the future...
Bruno Latour - 2021 Kyoto Prize Laureate in Arts and Philosophy How to React to a Change in Cosmology
UC San Diego Professor of Sociology and Co-Director of the Institute of Practical Ethics, John Evans discusses the work of Kyoto Prize laure...
Stem Cells and Space - Sanford Stem Cell Symposium
Erik Viirre, MD, PhD, Christopher Mason, PhD, Jana Stoudemire, and Brinda Rana, MD, discuss how what we learn from space flight could impact...
Aging of the Immune System in Space
To study aging, scientists are looking to outer space. Space travel causes changes to the body that are similar to aging. Dr. Sonja Schrepfe...
Space: The Spinal Frontier
Prolonged exposure to microgravity experienced by astronauts in space is known to cause low back pain and a heightened risk of intervertebra...
A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Moon: Technology Issues in Human Spaceflight
Dr. Jonathan Clark explores enabling technologies and how they've been used in advancing humans in space while also having impacts on terres...
Effect of Spaceflight on the Skeleton
The environment of long-duration spaceflight causes major disruption to all aspects of human functioning, including the musculoskeletal syst...
Impact of Deep Space Radiation on Cognitive Performance: From Biological Sex to Biomarkers to Countermeasures
Galactic Cosmic Rays (GCR) penetrate the hull of spacecraft and cause physiological changes to those within. Susanna Rosi, UCSF Professor an...
Science in Space to Benefit Life on Earth
Microgravity has profound effects on physical and living systems which makes the International Space Station an important place for scientif...
A True Wilderness: Working at an Altitude of 400000 Meters
Stephen Robinson, Former Astronaut and Director of UC Davis Center for Spaceflight Research, talks about what's it's like to work in space a...
James Gunn - 2019 Kyoto Laureate in Basic Sciences - Lecture and Conversation
Alison Coil of UC San Diego's Center for Astrophysics and Space Sciences and Professor of Physics hosts a rare, candid conversation with Jam...
Tissue Engineering in Space
Dr. Tammy Chang, UCSF Division of Surgery, explores tissue engineering in space and how it may be able to help meet the need. Series: "Osher...