Alejandro Garbino

Alejandro "Alex" Garbino, MD, PhD, is a Physician Scientist affiliated with NASA Johnson Space Center and serves as an Attending Physician in Emergency Medicine in Houston, TX. His career bridges clinical practice and research in extreme environments.

• Education: Undergraduate in Physics (University of Houston), PhD in Translational Biology and Molecular Medicine (Baylor College of Medicine), Residency in Emergency Medicine (Ben Taub General Hospital).
• Positions: EVA Scientist (NASA Johnson Space Center), Staff Physician, and Attending Physician in Emergency Medicine.

Research Interests: Garbino investigates the physical and cognitive challenges faced in extreme environments, including space suits, high altitude skydiving, Antarctic conditions, and motorsports. His work focuses on metabolic workloads, thermal stress, decompression illness prevention, and optimizing cognitive load management in such settings.

Scientific Awards:

• Fellow of the Aerospace Medicine Association

Professional Contributions: Garbino has provided medical and research support in diverse extreme environments, including high-altitude expeditions, Antarctic missions, and motorsports. His expertise integrates clinical practice with aerospace and translational research.