Health

Sustaining quality of life on Earth and in space requires transformative advances in science and technology, along with new models, policies and behaviors that will guide human development. The search for innovative technology solutions to ensure healthy astronauts orbiting the planet mirrors healthcare challenges faced by providers throughout the world. The same requirements for simple, rugged, ultra portable, low power devices to provide remote diagnostic capability serves dual needs for humans living within the extreme environments on and off the planet. Targeting preventative health measures within the first twenty years of life offers a unique opportunity to change the human condition for this and future generations.

 

LAUNCH seeks innovations that are preventive with a focus on nutrition, exercise, and health care Specifically, LAUNCH is seeking innovations in providing and improving:

• Optimal nutrition (access, choice, and quality of nutritious food and required nutrients)
• Regular participation in physical activity and healthy lifestyle choices.
• Participation in primary preventive health care including supporting infrastructure, such as diagnostic and monitoring technology

 

LAUNCH: Health Press

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