https://www.syncsci.com/journal/JMASMR/issue/feed 2025-11-24T15:50:58+08:00 Snowy Wang snowy.wang@syncsci.com Open Journal Systems <p><em><strong>Journal of Molecular Astrobiology and Space Medicine Research</strong></em> (<strong>JMASMR</strong>) is an open access, international, refereed journal dedicated to advancing the scientific understanding of molecular biology, molecular evolution, cell biology, genomics, biotechnology, and medical sciences in the context of astrobiology and space medicine. The journal fosters cutting-edge research on life's fundamental molecular, cellular, physiological, and evolutionary mechanisms in extreme Earth environments and extraterrestrial conditions. It aims to bridge terrestrial molecular biology with space science applications, providing a unique platform for researchers studying biological adaptation and evolution in extreme space environments.</p> <p>Topics of interest include, but are not limited to the following:&nbsp;</p> <ul style="padding-left: 1em;"> <li class="showshow show">Molecular basis of life in extreme environments, including extremophile adaptations relevant to extraterrestrial life.</li> <li class="showshow show">Cellular &amp; molecular responses to space stressors (microgravity, cosmic radiation, altered atmospheres) affecting gene expression, protein synthesis, and metabolism.</li> <li class="showshow show">Biomarker discovery for space medicine, covering physiological stress, bone/muscle atrophy, cancers, endocrine disruptions, and cardiovascular deconditioning.</li> <li class="showshow show">Synthetic biology for space applications, such as engineered life support systems and pharmaceutical production.</li> <li class="showshow show">Molecular mechanisms of circadian/neuropsychological disruption in space.</li> <li class="showshow show">DNA damage &amp; repair under cosmic radiation exposure.</li> <li class="showshow show">Translational research for human space exploration (drug development, nutrition interventions, preventive medicine).</li> </ul> <p>The journal publishes high-quality original research articles, reviews, case reports, perspectives, and letters through rigorous peer review. It serves as an essential resource for researchers in molecular astrobiology and space medicine while supporting humanity’s sustainable future beyond Earth.</p> https://www.syncsci.com/journal/JMASMR/article/view/JMASMR.2025.01.001 2025-11-24T15:50:58+08:00 Rowena Christiansen rowena.christiansen@unimelb.edu.au

<p><strong>Background</strong>: Since 2022, the University of Melbourne’s 4-year MD program has integrated a "Discovery" subject stream with core subjects and clinical placements. "Human Health in the Space Environment (HHiSE)"—one of seven MD1 flagship topics—launched in March 2022; the author curated its content and co-developed an engaging interactive online curriculum with learning designers via the flipped classroom approach.<br><strong>Description</strong>: This 24-week "mission-based" course is divided into systems-based blocks (e.g., Foundation, Cardiovascular, Respiratory). Students learn through "spacewalks" (learning resource sets), interactive tutorials, "Meet an Expert" virtual lectures, and the NASA/LEGO "Build to Launch" program (for teamwork training). It also explores "Space4Health" and translational space health research via "spinoffs," with three assessments focused on building students’ public science communication skills.<br><strong>Discussion</strong>: This innovative course introduces students to human physiology in extreme environments and aerospace medicine, serving as a stepping-stone for training a space-enabled medical workforce. Its foundational template could be expanded to more space health subjects, adapted for public online access, or used for international collaborations to develop similar courses.</p>

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