Southern Medical University Establishes Aerospace Medical Engineering Research Center, Aiming for Technological Innovation
Guangzhou, China, August 25, 2024 – The Guangdong Provincial Health Commission announced the official establishment of the Aerospace Medical Engineering Research Center at Southern Medical University. The center will focus on technological innovation inthe field of aerospace medicine.
The center, led by renowned academician of the Chinese Academy of Engineering and Professor Zhong Shizhen of Southern Medical University asits honorary director, will tackle critical biomedical challenges associated with space travel. Its research will encompass fundamental and applied studies in aerospace medical engineering, including the impact of space environments on the human body. This will contribute to the rapid advancement of aerospace medicineresearch in both basic science and clinical applications.
The center will leverage Southern Medical University’s comprehensive medical system and multidisciplinary research strengths, creating a comprehensive research ecosystem that integrates original innovation, technological development,成果转化 (results conversion), andtalent cultivation. This ecosystem aims to establish a complete industrial chain for aerospace medicine, encompassing scientific innovation, engineering technology development, and industrialization of research outcomes.
Southern Medical University possesses a solid foundation for aerospace medical engineering research, thanks to its comprehensive medical system and multidisciplinary research advantages, said Li Jianyi, ExecutiveDirector of the Aerospace Medical Engineering Research Center. The establishment of this center will facilitate the development of advanced aerospace medical engineering applications, promoting exploration and integration of cutting-edge disciplines. This will further expand the scope of our research and contribute to the development of a strong aerospace industry in China.
The center will focus itsresearch on key areas such as:
- Precise motion protection for long-term astronauts’ skeletal muscle atrophy: This research will investigate methods to prevent and mitigate muscle loss during extended space missions.
- Multi-system integration and interactive regulation mechanisms of bone metabolism during long-term spaceflight: This research will delveinto the complex interplay of various bodily systems during space travel, focusing on bone health and its regulation.
- Head and neck injury and protection mechanisms for carrier aircraft pilots: This research will investigate the specific challenges faced by pilots during flight and develop effective protective measures.
The center will also expand its research scope to include:
- Space neuroscience: This area will explore the effects of space environments on the brain and cognitive function.
- Aerospace rehabilitation robotics: This research will develop robotic systems for rehabilitation and assistance for astronauts during space missions.
- Space developmental genetics: This research will investigate the impact of space environments ongenetic development and potential implications for future generations.
- Space functional science: This research will explore the adaptation of human physiology and performance in space environments.
- Traditional medicine in space environments: This research will investigate the potential benefits and applications of traditional Chinese medicine for astronauts.
Southern Medical University’s collaboration withChina’s manned space program dates back to the 1980s. The university’s research teams have successfully completed several major space-related projects, including:
- Return capsule abnormal landing impact experiment: This research investigated the safety of the return capsule during emergency landings.
- Long-termin-orbit physiological research on astronauts: This research studied the effects of prolonged space travel on the human body.
- Simulated space confinement training: This research simulated the confined conditions of space travel to study the psychological and physiological impacts.
The university has also independently designed and manufactured an impact tower and multiple impact seats thatsimulate the geological conditions of landing sites. These innovations have addressed safety concerns related to emergency landings, ensuring the safety of astronauts during their return to Earth. The university has also conducted research on the effects of cosmic radiation and microgravity on body fluids, muscles, and bones during long-term space missions, providing vital information forthe safety and well-being of astronauts during their journeys.
The establishment of the Aerospace Medical Engineering Research Center at Southern Medical University marks a significant step forward in China’s efforts to advance aerospace medicine and contribute to the nation’s ambitious space exploration goals. The center’s focus on technological innovation and multidisciplinary researchwill play a crucial role in ensuring the health and safety of astronauts and pushing the boundaries of human exploration in space.
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