Biobank for civilian astronauts and extreme environment travelers
Official title: University of Central Florida Biobank for Extreme Environments, Aviation and Space Travel
Run by University of Central Florida · NCT06781424 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is collecting health samples and information from civilian astronauts and people who live in extreme environments to see how these conditions affect their health.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 10000 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | University of Central Florida Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Orlando, Florida) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | January 13, 2025 |
| Main results expected | January 13, 2075 |
| Study ends | January 13, 2075 |
| Registry record updated | March 26, 2025 |
| Trial ID | NCT06781424 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates include adults aged 18 and older who are astronauts, pilots, submariners, or individuals living in extreme environments.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients who are minors, unable to consent, or prisoners will not benefit from this study.
A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.
What this trial studies
The University of Central Florida's Biobank for Extreme Environments, Aviation and Space Travel (BEEAST) aims to collect, store, and distribute human biospecimens and health information for research purposes. This observational study focuses on civilian astronauts, aviators, submariners, and individuals living in extreme environments, along with their family members who will serve as controls. The biobank will facilitate research into the health impacts of extreme environments on these populations. Participants will include adults aged 18 and older, with additional enrollment options for family members and general public controls.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this biobank could enhance our understanding of the health effects of extreme environments, leading to improved safety and health protocols for astronauts and extreme environment travelers.
How similar studies have gone: While there have been studies on biospecimen collection from astronauts, this biobank approach for civilian astronauts and extreme environment travelers is relatively novel.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Primary Enrollees: adults, ages 18 and older, and persons who travel (such as space travel) or live in extreme environments (such as Antarctica). * Secondary Enrollees: Referred adult family members (such as siblings and spouses) of primary enrollees. * Tertiary Enrollees: Adult persons from the general public can enroll to serve as matching controls. Tertiary enrollees will be screened based on age, gender, race and ethnicity, country of residence, disease/ conditions and employment history. * Pregnant women may choose to enroll. Exclusion Criteria: * adults unable to consent, * minors (under age 18) * prisoners
Where it's running
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University of Central Florida
Orlando, Florida, United States Recruiting
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Britney-Ann Wray, BS, CTBS, CCRP
- Email: britney-ann.wray@ucf.edu
- Phone: 4072668742
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.