National Space Biomedical Research Institute

The National Space Biomedical Research Institute (NSBRI) is a research institute headquartered in Houston, Texas. With a team of 4 employees, NSBRI is funded by NASA and operates as a consortium of over 60 institutions across the United States. NSBRI focuses on studying the health risks associated with long-duration spaceflight and developing medical technologies to address these challenges. Their research encompasses seven key areas: Cardiovascular Alterations, Human Factors & Performance, Musculoskeletal Alterations, Neurobehavioral & Psychosocial Factors, Radiation Effects, Sensorimotor Adaptation, and Smart Medical Systems & Technology. Through its research, NSBRI seeks to improve medical care on Earth by transferring solutions developed for space health issues to patients suffering from similar conditions such as osteoporosis, muscle wasting, sleep disorders, balance disorders, and cardiovascular system problems. Beyond its core research, NSBRI emphasizes education and outreach. Their programs aim to inspire and train future scientists, engineers, and space explorers through a variety of initiatives, including curriculum development for middle schools, web-based resources for educators, and internship, graduate, and postdoctoral programs. NSBRI's headquarters are located at Baylor College of Medicine (www.bcm.edu) in Houston, Texas.