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Mission III: Propellant

The Propellant Class.
The 2025 Crew-3 Fellowship is a part-time program that pairs research fellows with leading Principal Investigators to propel groundbreaking research forward in fields crucial to making humanity a multi-planetary species.

Mission III: Currently In-Progress!

Propelling the Next Generation of Space Innovation

The BioAstra Crew-3 Research Fellowship is a 12-week, part-time program designed for exceptional researchers, engineers, and scientists ready to tackle the biggest challenges in human spaceflight. Our Crew-3 fellows are professionals, many with a Master’s and/or PhD, who work directly with leading Principal Investigators on cutting-edge research at the intersection of genomics, aerospace engineering, artificial intelligence, biochemistry, and space medicine.

Crew-3 Summer 2025

Igniting Discovery at the Cutting Edge of Space Science

At BioAstra, we believe the next giant leap for humanity will be driven by bold thinkers who push the boundaries of science, technology, and medicine. The 2025 Crew-3 Research Fellowship is composed of professionals and researchers who are contributing to mission-critical advancements in space health, aerospace engineering, AI-driven diagnostics, and planetary sustainability.

This 12-week, part-time fellowship offers the opportunity to work directly with BioAstra leadership, world class scientists and engineers on groundbreaking research with real-world applications for both spaceflight and Earth-based medicine. Whether analyzing genomic adaptations for deep space travel, developing decision-support systems, or designing biochemical solutions for enhanced aeronautics, Crew-3 Fellows are playing a pivotal role in shaping the future of space exploration.

Crew-3 PROPELLANT Deliverables

  • Mission-Driven Research

    Crew-3 Fellows are engaging in high-impact projects addressing fundamental challenges in space health, engineering, and sustainability. From genomics and personalized medicine to aerospace systems and AI-driven diagnostics, fellows are contributing to research that supports human survival beyond Earth.

  • Hands-On Innovation & Publication

    Fellows have the opportunity to contribute to peer-reviewed publications, develop scientific reports, and translate complex research into real-world solutions. This fellowship is designed to bridge research and application, equipping fellows with the tools to advance their careers in both academia and industry.

  • Expert Mentorship & Professional Growth

    Beyond research, the Crew-3 program offers an immersive mentorship experience, connecting fellows with world-class scientists, engineers, and industry leaders. Through regular meetings, workshops, and networking opportunities, fellows are gaining valuable professional insights and lasting connections that will propel their careers forward.

Fueling Innovation for a Multi-Planetary Future

This unique fellowship provides hands-on experience in scientific research translation, peer-reviewed publication, and cross-disciplinary collaboration. Fellows gain mentorship from top scientists, participate in professional development workshops, and contribute to high-impact projects that will shape the future of multi-planetary life.

Crew-3 Research Fellows

  • Haley Brawley, PhD

    ORAU/ORISE Postdoctoral Researcher, USAF 59th MDW Clinical and Operational Space Medicine Innovation Consortium (COSMIC)

  • Lauren Cornell, PhD, MS

    Lead Scientist, Diagnostics and Therapeutics; Defense Health Agency, 59th Medical Wing, Office of the Chief; Scientist CEO/Co-Founder, NovoThelium, LLC

  • Rüçhan Ekren, PhD, MS

    Bioinformatics Data Scientist, Toulouse Institute for Infectious and Inflammatory Diseases by INSERM (Institut National de la Santé et de la Recherche Médicale)

  • Anupam Gautam, PhD, MS

    Research Associate, University of Tübingen & Max Planck Institute for Biology

  • Erik LeRoy, MS

    Association of Spaceflight Professionals

  • Anna Lewkowicz, MS

    PhD Student, ETH Zurich

  • S. Anand Narayanan, PhD

    Research Professor, Florida State University

  • Elham Samami, PhD, MS

    Postdoctoral Associate, College of Nursing and UF Health Cancer Center, University of Florida

  • Christine Wang, MSE

    NASA Johnson Space Center, Johns Hopkins University

  • Narges Zafari, MS

    PhD Student, Department of Human Genetics, School of Public Health, University of Pittsburgh

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BioAstra is more than a research initiative—it’s a movement to transform healthcare through space-driven innovation.
Whether you’re a scientist, an investor, or a visionary, your collaboration can help shape the future of medicine for space and Earth.

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