Areas of Interest
A non-exhaustive sampling of areas we are interested in. Below, see examples of the results of prior research efforts on Everest and Denali.
Human Physiology
Extreme environments place unusual demands upon the human body. For instance, the hypoxia of high altitude mimics the hypoxia that is a key feature of many critical illnesses. Research expeditions to high altitude allow the study of people adapting to low oxygen levels over long periods of time. This leads to useful insights that may have roles in the treatment of human disease.
Remote Monitoring
Technology is making it easier to collect biometric data than ever before. See below for two examples of prior projects making use of novel technologies, wearable cardiac sensors and portable ultrasound units, to collect data where previously not possible.
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Our research interests span a wide variety of fields. From the study of small mammal populations, fecal contamination of alpine water sources, to the testing of advanced life support systems, we have more ideas than time. If you have ideas of your own, reach out!
Summary of altitude induced changes in heart rhythms on Denali.
Ultrasound used up to 7800 m on Mt. Everest to detect pulmonary edema.
Photo: Measuring respiratory gases during exercise. Dingboche, Nepal. © Dave Ohlson.