In this episode of Brilliant Brains of Space, we speak with Fay Abdul Ghani a medical researcher at the Center for Regenerative Biotherapeutics, Mayo Clinic, Florida, collaborating with NASA.

Originally from Iraq and raised in New Zealand, Fay shares how she built an international career in biomedical science and debunks one of the biggest myths in the space industry: you don't have to relocate to the U.S. to contribute to NASA's missions.

We explore:

How stem cells behave in microgravity aboard the International Space Station
Why space research is transforming healthcare on Earth
The growing field of space medicine
Building a global career in the space industry
International collaboration with NASA and leading research institutions
Advice for students and professionals who dream of working in space

Whether you're passionate about medicine, biotechnology, space exploration, or simply curious about careers beyond borders, this episode offers valuable insights into the future of human health in space.

🎙️ Brilliant Brains of Space brings together scientists, researchers, entrepreneurs, and innovators shaping the future of space exploration—one conversation at a time.

In this episode of Brilliant Brains of Space, we sit down with Jorge Rubén Casir Ricaño, a space systems engineer and emerging leader whose work spans CubeSat development, lunar rover technologies, and international collaboration.

Jorge shares how small satellites are transforming everything from Earth observation and communications to scientific research, making space more accessible than ever before.

Whether you're a student dreaming of working in the space industry, an engineer curious about the future of lunar exploration, or simply fascinated by the next chapter of human innovation, this episode offers practical insights and an inspiring perspective on where the global space ecosystem is headed.

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