Dr. Martin Elvis is an Astrophysicist at the Ceneter for Astrophysics, Harvard and Smithsonian. He is also a fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science and has published 500 papers on supermassive black holes that have been cited over 40,000 times. He publishes widely on asteroid and lunar resources, space economy and on emerging legal, policy, and ethical issues of their use.

Have you been approached to peer review for a journal but don’t know if you’re qualified, or how to do so effectively? Then this session is for you!

Join us for the OSMED November Member Highlight featuring Dr. Chanel Fischetti in conversation with Phnam Bagley as they explore emergency and aerospace medical care, point-of-care diagnostics, and the evolving role of ultrasound imaging in low-resource environments. This session will highlight real-world applications across both spaceflight and terrestrial healthcare settings. Open to all who are passionate about advancing human health on and beyond Earth.

Lonnie G Petersen, MD, PhD - OSMED Mentorship Committee Chair

Dr Lonnie Petersen M.D., Ph.D. and Associate Professor of Aerospace Engineering in the Department of Aeronautics and Astronautics at MIT and Health Sciences and Technology, Harvard-MIT.

We are thrilled to host author Rebecca Boyle for our November Book Club meeting. The return of humans to our Moon is a key focus of the space industry, and Boyle's "Our Moon" highlights the anthropological and scientific impact of our Moon throughout history. Feel free to join us for an enlightening discussion even if you have not completed the book.

Unlock the molecular secrets of spaceflight as Dr. JangKeun Kim leads us through the The Space Omics and Medical Atlas (SOMA) and international astronaut biobank, showcasing how multi-omics data from astronaut missions is transforming precision space medicine.

Katie Harris, MD will be sharing her work on vascular ultrasound for deep venous thrombosis in sapceflight. Katie Harris is a diagnostic radiology resident at the University of Toronto, Canada. She completed her MS Space Studies at the International Space University in 2019, before going on to intern at the European Astronaut Centre and join the European Space Agency topical team on venous thromboembolism in space. She continues to work with the Center for Space Medicine Research (Harvard) on Point-of-Care ultrasound and automation in spaceflight.

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Join Dr. Erik Antonsen for expert insights and ask questions, get advice or connect.

Analog Working Group (AWG) is the team within OSMED working to raise the bar for human spaceflight analogs. We’re building the accreditation roadmap and releasing white papers to guide the field.

In this conversation, host Phnam Bagley sits down with interdisciplinary designer Farhan Asif, whose work bridges human-centered design, health, and critical environments. Farhan’s experience spans medical device innovation, neonatal care tools, and user-centered digital solutions, all rooted in empathy, rapid iteration, and impactful problem-solving. With a background in industrial and product design and a passion for advancing human health and well-being, Farhan shares how design can shape meaningful solutions both on Earth and in space.

Join Dr. Erik Antonsen for expert insights and ask questions, get advice or connect.

Please join us for our next Journal Club on Thursday, October 16th at 4 PM CDT. Dr. Hayley Brawley will be presenting on the effects of long-term spaceflight on drug potency and the risk of medication failure. The article of discussion is titled "The effect of long-term spaceflight on drug potency and the risk of medication failure.”

Col (Dr) Wolf is a 2025 Department of the Air Force (DAF) National Defense Fellow assigned to the Biotechnology and Human Systems Division of the MIT Lincoln Laboratory (MLL). She is concurrently attending the MIT Security Studies Program (MIT SSP). At MLL, Col Wolf is focused on dual-use AI-facilitated biomedical operations related to human health and performance in the Aerospace and Space Domain missions. She is the inaugural Medical Corps DAF Fellow Graduate of the USAF School of Aerospace Medicine (USAFSAM) Residency in Aerospace Medicine (RAM) Program. Col Wolf was selected for the DAF Fellowship Program per the 2024 Chief of Staff of the Air Force Directive.

Begum Mathyk, M.D., will be sharing her research on the applications of gynecologic ultrasound in spaceflight and why women's health is a key area of study for future exploration-class missions. This speaker series is hosted by the Society for Space Radiology, a special interest group of OSMED.

Join Dr. Erik Antonsen for expert insights and ask questions, get advice or connect.

JOIN US TO DISCUSS THE FUTURE OF THE SPACE INDUSTRY & connect with professionals in space medicine, space design, & space engineering.

The Strategy Committee provides strategic guidance and actionable recommendations to the membership and Board of Directors, advancing OSMED’s mission and organizational goals. By fostering interdisciplinary connections and prioritizing initiatives such as events, networking, mentorship, and member insights, the committee strengthens community engagement and informs outreach, recruitment, and chapter development.

What if space engineering were truly human-centered? Join Phnam Bagley in discussion with guest Jennifer Rochlis, PhD, as they explore how balancing hardware, software and human systems can enrich human spaceflight beyond function and survival.

Join Dr. Erik Antonsen for the fifth of five lectures on human spaceflight risk. Tailored for MGH fellows, all OSMED members are welcome to attend.

Join us to explore the latest in human spaceflight research, spark new ideas, and connect in an inclusive environment. More info about this event coming soon!

Join Dr. Erik Antonsen for the 3rd of five lectures on human spaceflight risk. Tailored for MGH fellows, all OSMED members are welcome to attend.

Join the Wilderness Medical Society for a live webinar exploring the future of space medicine and health systems in an era of commercial spaceflight, lunar missions, and preparations for Mars. Hear leading experts share innovative research and insights on the medical challenges and opportunities of living and working in the most remote and austere environment ever faced—outer space.

Analog Working Group (AWG) is the team within OSMED working to raise the bar for human spaceflight analogs. We’re building the accreditation roadmap and releasing white papers to guide the field.

The OSMED Educational Committee is proud to present Space 101—a series designed to expand your knowledge in space medicine, engineering, design, and beyond while fostering interdisciplinary collaboration.

Join Dr. Erik Antonsen for expert insights and ask questions, get advice or connect.

As Senior Manager of Space Medicine at SpaceX, Jaime oversees all medical and health aspects of human spaceflight operations, integrating the latest research and medical data to ensure astronaut safety. He and his team are responsible for providing medical support during launch and recovery, developing medical systems for Dragon and Starship, and managing SpaceX's research program.

Join us to explore the latest in human spaceflight research, spark new ideas, and connect in an inclusive environment. More info about this event coming soon!

Join Dr. Erik Antonsen for the first of five lectures on human spaceflight risk. Tailored for MGH fellows, all OSMED members are welcome to attend.

We love to highlight the amazing work our members are doing. Please join us for an OSMED Member highlight on August 20th where we will host an online virtual fireside chat with Dan Buckland, MD PhD, Associate Professor of Emergency Medicine & Engineering at the University of Wisconsin - Madison.

The OSMED Educational Committee is proud to present Space 101—a series designed to expand your knowledge in space medicine, engineering, design, and beyond while fostering interdisciplinary collaboration.