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Event Series Event Series: Game Changer Week 2024

Space and Human Performance

September 11 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am

The “Space and Human Performance: Supporting the Health Services Sector” session (including presentation and workshop) explores the valuable contributions of space research to health care innovations. The presentation highlights how studies on muscle atrophy, bone density loss, cardiovascular health, radiation exposure, psychological challenges, and immune system function in space have led to significant advancements in medical treatments and technologies on Earth. The subsequent 30-minute interactive workshop deepens participants’ understanding by engaging them in group activities and discussions. This combined session emphasizes the importance of continued collaboration between the space industry and health services sector to drive health care improvements.

Register HERE

Details

Date:
September 11
Time:
9:00 am - 10:00 am
Series:
Event Category:
Website:
https://whova.com/portal/registration/gamec_202409/?preview_image=4

Venue

1691 Innovation Dr. Blacksburg, VA 24060
1691 Innovation Dr.
Blacksburg, VA 24060 United States
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Phone
5409613600