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Charite Launches International Master's Program in Space Medicine
by Robert Schreiber
Berlin, Germany (SPX) Feb 02, 2024

Charite University Berlin, in collaboration with the University of Caen Normandy in France and Jozef Stefan International Postgraduate School in Slovenia, has announced the launch of an innovative master's degree program in space medicine and physiology in extreme environments. This program, set to commence in the 2024 winter semester, represents a significant step forward in the specialized field of space medicine, addressing the physiological and psychological challenges humans face in extreme conditions such as those encountered in space and similar earthly environments.

Space medicine, a discipline that has grown in importance alongside the expansion of human activities in space, studies how the human body adapts to the extreme conditions of space, including weightlessness, isolation, and exposure to cosmic radiation.

These conditions can lead to muscle atrophy, bone loss, and psychological strain, among other health issues. With space agencies planning longer-duration missions and the advent of space tourism, research in this field is becoming increasingly vital not only for the health and safety of astronauts but also for potential applications on Earth.

The newly introduced master's degree program aims to equip students with the knowledge and skills needed to advance research in space medicine, provide healthcare to space travelers, and design life support systems for space missions. It brings together the expertise of three leading European universities in an interdisciplinary approach to education in this cutting-edge field.

Dr. Alexander Stahn of Charite's Institute of Physiology, who will coordinate the program at Charite, emphasized the university's long-standing research contributions to understanding human physiology in space and extreme environments. This program, he noted, is an opportunity to pass on Charite's proven expertise to the next generation of researchers.

The program is designed for individuals with degrees in medicine, engineering, physical and life sciences, or kinesiology. It offers a unique structure where students will spend one semester at each participating university, followed by a thesis project at one of 28 international partner organizations.

These projects will be supported by major space agencies, including NASA, the European Space Agency (ESA), and the German Aerospace Center (DLR), providing students with unparalleled opportunities for hands-on research in the field.

Applications for the program are open until March 1, with the first cohort to include thirteen students who will benefit from scholarships. The program will be taught in English, making it accessible to a broad range of international students.

Additionally, the European Union is supporting the establishment of this joint Erasmus Mundus master's degree program with approximately 4.7 million euros in funding, highlighting the program's significance and the EU's commitment to advancing space medicine education.

This initiative not only addresses the growing need for specialized knowledge in space medicine but also highlights the collaborative efforts of European institutions to lead in the global space research and education arena.

By training the next generation of researchers and professionals in this field, the program aims to enhance the safety and effectiveness of human space travel and contribute to the well-being of people in extreme conditions on Earth as well.

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