Vladimir Ivković

Dr. Vladimir Ivković is a Croatian scientist and director of research at the Massachusetts General Hospital's Center for Space Medicine. He specializes in studying the psychophysiological adaptations of astronauts returning to Earth after extended periods in space, including the effects of microgravity on cardiovascular health and cognitive functions. With a background in psychology, biology, and neuroscience, Ivković collaborates with NASA to develop strategies that mitigate the negative impacts of space travel on astronauts' health, while also applying these insights to understand various diseases on Earth.