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Aerospace Medical Association Proposed Research Priorities for Mental Health and Safety in Aviation. 🧠 Another one is out! This collaborative effort, involving 53 experts from nine countries, identified six key research priorities through a Delphi expert consensus: Safety and Performance, Mental Health Initiatives, Clinical Care and Return to Duty, Epidemiology, Screening and Emerging Technologies, and Special Considerations for Underrepresented Populations. These priorities aim to enhance mental wellness and optimize human performance among aviation safety-sensitive personnel, supporting both operational safety and individual well-being. Grateful to have been part of this significant initiative shaping the future of human-systems integration in aerospace. A special thank you to William Hoffman, MD, and everyone involved for the kind consideration. Aerospace Human Factors Association Asociación Colombiana de Medicina Aeroespacial-ACMAE Aerospace Medicine Royal Aeronautical Society SmartFlight ODEAA - Organización de Aviadores de Avianca Facultad de Medicina Universidad Nacional de Colombia Aeronáutica Civil de Colombia Asociación Colombiana de Psicólogos Aeronáuticos #aerospacemedicine #humanperformance #mentalhealth #wellness #research #evidencebased #neurodiversity #humanfactors #humancentereddesign #datadriven #KPIs

🌟 Exciting News! 🌟 It is both an honor and a privilege to have co-authored the paper, “Aerospace Medical Association Proposed Research Priorities for Mental Health and Safety in Aviation.” Working alongside a group of esteemed professionals from around the world has been an inspiring experience, and I’m thrilled to share this important milestone with you. https://lnkd.in/eT2EE4Ep Published by the Aerospace Medical Association Mental Health Research Working Group, this paper identifies six key research priorities aimed at improving mental health and safety among aviation safety-sensitive personnel (SSP). ✈️ What’s this about? Aviation SSP operate in highly complex environments, where mental health is critical for safety, efficiency, and overall well-being. Yet, a consensus on research priorities has been lacking—until now. 🔬 Highlights of the Paper: Through a rigorous Delphi process involving professionals from 9 countries, we identified six key research priorities: 1️⃣ Safety and Performance 2️⃣ Mental Health Initiatives, Education, and Peer Support Programs 3️⃣ Clinical Care, Pharmacology, and Return to Duty 4️⃣ Epidemiology and Natural History 5️⃣ Screening, Monitoring, and Emerging Technology 6️⃣ Special Considerations and Underrepresented Populations Thank you Dr. #WmHoffman for envisioning this group. This publication is a call to action for aviation researchers, leaders, and students developing mental health research projects or theses. Together, we can advance this essential conversation in aviation. 📚 Let’s elevate aviation safety and mental health together! #MentalHealth #Aviation #AerospaceMedicine #Research #SafetyFirst #PeerSupport #Aerospace Clear Skies Ahead Aerospace Medicine at Carolina #AsociaciónColombianadeMedicinaAeroespacialACMAE #AirLinePilotsAssociation #DaveFielding #IPAAC #FederalAviation #aviation #airline #airliners #aerospace #boeing #aircraft #airplane #pilot #flightcrew #pilots #flightattendant #safety #flightsafety #aviationsafety #sms Flight Safety Foundation #MarcAtherton #GerardForlin #RobertBor #AedrianBekker #PeterWhitten #KateManderson #TimSprott #Geetanjalikhadria #AllanBaker #DanielOspinaTrujillo

Satellite navigation has become a revolutionary tool in various fields, including the health sector. - by Frederic Eger/ESA - ESA's Navigation Innovation and Support Programme (NAVISP) supports European companies in developing new solutions for various sectors using satellite navigation. NAVISP provides funding, technical support, and access to a wide community of experts. Some initiatives are channelling the advantages of these technologies into healthcare, such as positioning, navigation, and timing (PNT) technologies. Positioning, navigation, and timing (PNT) technologies are already used for locating individuals in need, optimizing routes for first responders, tracking pandemics, and delivering medical supplies and monitoring patients remotely. Satellite navigation still holds immense potential, especially in improving the efficiency of medical treatments and reducing response times in crisis situations. NAVISP is crucial in supporting the development of such innovative solutions. For example, Fraunhofer Gesellschaft (DE) is studying the feasibility of integrating biosensors and satellite navigation with their project BIO.PNT, bringing to life the 'lab-on-a-chip' concept. Hertz Systems (PL) is working on GEO-CARDIO, a product aimed at improving emergency services operations by providing location and basic medical information of people with implanted cardiovascular electronic devices. Help me in Distress (HiD) is an application that allows reporting, monitoring, and responding to crises in a timely and coordinated manner to save lives. Accuracy and reliability of global satellite navigation systems are critical in emergency response scenarios, as location information can significantly impact life-saving efforts and enhance coordination efficiency. To address this, ESA is continuously working on enhancing Galileo's robustness and advancing solutions to guarantee resilience, constant availability, and real-time updates. Sistematica (IT) and its partners are developing an independent communication system to operate a fleet of aerial, terrestrial, and underwater semiautonomous vehicles during emergencies. GMV NSL (UK) developed a proof-of-concept platform combining satellite navigation with low radio frequency technologies to enable continuous navigation when traveling in and out of hard-to-reach environments.

We are excited to announce that abstract submissions for #AEROMED25 are open!! The link to abstract submission web page is https://lnkd.in/gSHTPHaf Abstract Subthemes: Retrieval Operations Across Domains Aeromedical, Road, and Marine Retrieval Practices and Innovations. Human Factors & Crew Resource Management Enhancing Team Dynamics, Communication, and Safety in Retrieval Settings. Aviation Science and Technology Physiology, Crew Operations, Engineering Advancements, and Specialised Equipment. Extreme Environments & Disaster Response Challenges and Strategies in Remote, Hostile, and Disaster-Prone Areas. Standards and Best Practices Evolving Clinical, Aviation, Engineering, and Educational Standards. Past, Present, and Future of Retrieval Medicine Reflecting on Historical Milestones and Pioneering Future Innovations Global Perspectives in Retrieval Medicine Solutions and Challenges in Developing Nations and Remote Regions We look forward to seeing all the amazing ideas flow in. Aeromedical Society of Australasia

During pre-flight preparations, the shoulder is a site with the most concerning injuries, and they occur during extravehicular activity training, usually secondary to interaction with the planar hard upper torso. Suit redesign is under consideration, for both the pre- and in-flight environments. Hand injuries are also common in both pre-flight training and in-flight extravehicular activity. Countermeasures include reducing moisture and protective bandaging of fingertips. Space-adaptation back pain and herniated nucleus pulposus occur in-flight and post-flight, respectively. In-flight exercise countermeasures may mitigate many in-flight and post-flight spinal pathologies. In-flight loss of bone mineral and trabecular architecture can be mediated via both pharmacologic and exercise countermeasures.

Our 711th Human Performance Wing's Integrated Cockpit Sensing, or ICS, system took flight this March to put its sensing tech to the test. ✈️ Learn more about the successful flight and what this means for the future of physiological monitoring of pilots. #AFResearachLab | #PilotSafety | #USAirForce | #FutureTech

Preparing and being an Astronaut is an elite sport that requirs dedication, preparation, mental and physical toughness to endure an extraordinary journey. The astronaut body goes under great pressures and stresses in space. So much to know about the human body in different environments. Consider @georgios Kakavas post below and take it a layer deeper and consider the anatomy, histology, biomechanics, minerals, fluid dynamics, mechanical and chemical needs under a gravity eliminated environment. In a unique article written by my colleague Jojo Sayson introduced the neurophysiological and mechanoreceptors rationale of low back pain in astronauts. Exercises in space to reproduce/ simulate gravitational forces in addition to the space suit is essential to maintain homeostasis and health to the astronauts. Thank you @georiosKakavas for your thought provoking and educational posts #lowback #pain #gravity #atrophy #demineralization #osteoporosis #bonedensity #electrolytes #connectivetissue Sayso JV, Hargens AR. Pathophysiology of low back pain during exposure to microgravity. Aviat Space Environ Med. 2008 Apr;79(4):365-73. doi: 10.3357/asem.1994.2008. PMID: 18457293.

ASU and Boston MedFlight Boston MedFlight (BMF), a nonprofit critical care transport service, announced the purchase of E3 night vision goggles (NVG) from Aviation Specialties Unlimited (ASU). The white-phosphor night vision image intensifier technology in E3 NVG reduces eye strain and minimizes blooming or shadowing from ground lights. E3 NVG help mitigate fatigue and potential long-term injury for operators, particularly in demanding conditions. The white-phosphor night vision image intensifier technology in E3 NVG reduces eye strain and minimizes blooming or shadowing from ground lights Dan Meyer, VP of Sales at ASU, said: “Boston MedFlight’s commitment to the health and safety of their pilots and clinicians is evident in their decision to purchase E3. These NVG not only improve performance but also help safeguard the wellbeing of those tasked with lifesaving missions. Boston MedFlight is one of the most respected air operations in New England and they impact a large geographic region. Countless lives are saved because of their work and that aligns perfectly with our mission to advance safety.” “This purchase is a major investment in the safety of our employees,” said Rick Kenin, Chief Operating Officer for Transport at Boston MedFlight. “Our team is tasked with performing lifesaving missions every day, often in challenging environments. Improved visibility and reducing the weight of their equipment allows them to focus on the critical tasks of piloting our aircraft and providing patient care.”

🚀 63rd Annual Conference of the Indian Society of Aerospace Medicine (ISAM) 🌟 📍 Institute of Aerospace Medicine (IAM), Bengaluru 📅 05 to 07 December 2024 The Indian Society of Aerospace Medicine (#ISAM) is all set to host its 63rd annual conference, themed 'Collaborate for Research', at the prestigious Institute of Aerospace Medicine (#IAM), Bengaluru. This year's theme underscores the critical need for interdisciplinary collaboration and innovative partnerships to address challenges and foster advancements in #aviation and #space medicine. 💡 Key Highlights: Inauguration by Air Marshal SP Dharkar, Vice Chief of the Air Staff. Participation from 300+ delegates, including professionals from military and civil aviation, researchers from #DRDO, and notable scientists from #ISRO. A unique hybrid format to facilitate in-person and virtual engagement with experts #worldwide. This conference continues ISAM's legacy, established in 1954, of advancing research and promoting knowledge exchange in aerospace medicine. As aerospace technology evolves, the human aspect of flight and space exploration remains paramount—making events like this critical to the future of the field. Let’s look forward to insightful discussions and groundbreaking research at this global platform! 🌍✈️ #AerospaceMedicine #Innovation #Collaboration #Research #ISAM2024 #Aviation #SpaceMedicine #India #DSA Pawan Agrawal ISRO - Indian Space Research Organization ISRO DRDO, Centre for Airborne Systems DRDO, Ministry of Defence, Govt. of India Society of Indian Aerospace Technologies & Industries CSIR-Indian Institute of Integrative Medicine (CSIR-IIIM) Aerospace Medicine at KCL Airbus Defence and Space Anjali Goel

Greetings all, I’m thrilled to announce that my research paper “Enhancing Air Traffic Management Efficiency through Edge Computing and Image-Aided Navigation” has been accepted for publication in the prestigious Advances in Aircraft and Spacecraft Science (AAS) journal! 🎉✈️🛰️ In this paper, we explore the optimization of Flight Management Systems (FMS) by integrating cutting-edge technologies. Traditionally, aviation navigation relied on ground-based aids and radar surveillance, but limitations existed in coverage, accuracy, and capacity. Enter edge computing! Edge computing revolutionizes navigation by enabling real-time data processing and dynamic optimization of flight parameters. Our research compares edge computing with traditional approaches, focusing on avionics equipment. Rigorous analysis enhances air traffic management systems' efficiency, security, and adaptability . 🔍 Key Findings: Edge computing outperforms static methods in dynamically optimizing altitude based on real-time data. Terrain data implications on flight path optimization are critical considerations. Collaboration with industry stakeholders for real-world field tests is essential. Security assessments, pilot trials, and tailored edge computing standards for aviation are areas for further investigation. I’m grateful to my co-authors, mentors, and the aviation community for their support. Let’s continue pushing the boundaries of technology in aviation! 🌟 #Research #Aviation #EdgeComputing #Aerospace #Science #Avionics #Navigation