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VITALSZERO ARES-MED • NASA Space Apps 2026

Autonomous Real-Time Evaluation & Space Medical Decision System
Mission Regime
Mission Day MED DAY 142
Earth Comm Delay 13.9 MIN OWLT (RT: 27.8m)
DID YOU KNOW? • NASA SPACE APPS 2026

Did you know astronauts wait up to 44 minutes just to send a message to Earth and get a reply?

During Mars expeditions, radio signals take up to 22 minutes each way (44 minutes round-trip). Standard Earth medical software fails in 0g because fluids shift to the head and cabin CO2 mimics common illnesses.

As Team VitalsZero, we are solving this delay problem by: Fusing astronaut vitals with spacecraft air & radiation telemetry 100% offline, adapting baselines to each crew member's 0g physiology, and generating instant step-by-step prescriptions and HL7 FHIR packets without waiting for Earth.
What Makes VitalsZero Different? Core Innovation
  • Body + Spacecraft Fusion: Links crew vitals directly to cabin CO2 and radiation sensors so crews fix an air fan instead of taking the wrong medication.
  • 0g & Sex-Adapted Baselines: Calibrates normal ranges for microgravity fluid shifts and female/male physiology.
  • For Everyone, Not Just Astronauts: Built for real astronauts, flight surgeons, students, rural clinics, and anyone curious about space health.
Quick User Guide (FAQ) How to Use This Site
How do I navigate the platform?

Use the top navigation bar or the ☰ Menu button anytime to jump between Home, About Us, Mission & Scenarios, Interactive Lab, Self-Diagnosis, and References.

How does the 30-Day Treatment Quiz work?

Inside Interactive Lab → 30-Day Treatment Quiz, choose any space scenario and answer sequential one-choice questions. The graph plots your personal decision curve alongside untreated and optimal curves.

Can I ask questions about any section?

Yes! Click the VitalsZero AI Assistant button in the bottom-right corner anytime for instant explanations in English or Turkish.

ARES-MED 1080p System Showcase 1080p HD Video
Mission and Scenarios 01 • MISSION & SCENARIOS

Explore Crew & 5 Space Crises

Pick an astronaut avatar, choose a deep-space scenario, and see how every organ reacts on the anatomical map.

Open Scenarios →
Interactive Diagnostics 02 • INTERACTIVE LAB (3 TOOLS)

Test Yourself as an Astronaut

Run webcam pulse & voice scans, test your EVA reaction speed, and plot your 30-day treatment trajectory.

Open Interactive Lab →
Self Diagnosis and Prescription 03 • SELF-DIAGNOSIS & RX

Custom Symptom & Time Plan

Enter your mission location, days in space, and symptoms to receive a tailored medical prescription & PDF.

Start Diagnosis →
Contact Team VitalsZero

Elif Azra Özata & Ali Manas Aydoğmuş • NASA Space Apps Challenge 2026

vitalszero0@gmail.com
Earth atmosphere from orbit against deep space
VitalsZero Circular Logo ABOUT VITALSZERO • ARES-MED

Our Story & ARES-MED (Autonomous Real-Time Evaluation & Space Medical Decision System)

ARES-MED (Autonomous Real-Time Evaluation & Space Medical Decision System) was founded by Elif Azra Özata and Ali Manas Aydoğmuş, two young researchers passionate about biology, human health, space exploration, and technology. Looking toward upcoming Artemis lunar habitats and Mars expeditions, we asked: what happens when an astronaut faces a medical crisis while radio signals to Earth take up to 44 minutes round-trip?

Our purpose and mission is to deliver an earth-independent, offline-capable medical copilot for astronaut crews, Crew Medical Officers, and mission planners—and simultaneously provide a zero-internet triage tool for remote clinics and disaster zones on Earth.

The Science Behind ARES-MED

01. 44-Min Blackout & 0g Calibration: In zero gravity, ~2 L of fluid shifts headward (SANS, ONSD > 5.8 mm). ARES-MED dynamically adapts baselines by Mission Day (1–500), gravity (0g/0.16g/0.38g), and sex.

02. Spacecraft Coupling: Links crew vitals directly to cabin ppCO2, NASA-STD-3001 radiation limits (600 mSv), and ~1.25%/month bone loss.

03. Interactive Checks & Rx PDF: Combines 4 crew profiles × 5 crises, webcam rPPG & voice stress, NASA PVT EVA testing, a 30-day quiz, and 1-page Prescription PDF + HL7 FHIR export.

Our Advantage: Built for both astronauts and everyone on Earth—100% offline, grounded in NASA OSDR, Twins Study & TRISH HERMES.

ARES-MED Project SWOT Analysis

STRATEGIC EVALUATION

S • Strengths

  • 100% offline-first edge execution for 44-minute Mars communication blackouts.
  • Designed for everyone—not only astronauts, but also students, space enthusiasts, and remote clinics.
  • Grounded in official NASA OSDR, Twins Study, and NASA-STD-3001 benchmarks.
  • If-Clause Potential: If paired with live ISS flight hardware, controlled cabin lighting, and clinical certification, it becomes a flight-ready medical copilot.

W • Weaknesses

  • Prototype currently uses simulated telemetry rather than live ISS flight hardware.
  • Webcam rPPG pulse accuracy depends on cabin lighting conditions.
  • Requires formal clinical certification before replacing flight-certified medical kits.

O • Opportunities

  • Direct dual-use deployment in rural Earth clinics, submarines, and commercial space stations (Artemis Gateway).
  • Turning regulatory rigor into trust: early agency partnerships transform strict aerospace rules into a globally certified standard.
  • Human-in-the-loop empowerment: transparent HL7 FHIR & TRISH HERMES outputs support Crew Medical Officers without replacing human judgment.

T • Threats

  • Strict aerospace medical regulatory approval timelines.
  • Crew over-reliance on automated triage without human medical judgment.
ARES-MED Story & Science Behind Us 1080p HD Video
VitalsZero | ARES-MED — 0g Physiology, Cabin Sensor Fusion & Dual-Use Impact ⬇ MP4 (1080p)
Founders: Elif Azra Özata & Ali Manas Aydoğmuş • Contact: vitalszero0@gmail.com

Mission Briefing: Operation Ares-IV (Mars Transit)

Our four-person crew is 142 days into a deep-space transit toward Mars. Follow the 3 steps below: first choose your astronaut avatar, then pick a space crisis, and finally inspect the live body effects & action plan.

Focus: Fluid shift (SANS), radiation storm readiness, closed-loop CO2.
Step 1: Choose Character Step 2: Pick Scenario Step 3: The Effects & Plan
Step 1: Choose Your Astronaut Character Select 1 of 4 Crew Avatars to Continue
Step 2: Scenario Picking (Click a Column)
Scenario 01: Nominal Mars Transit

Even when spacecraft systems are completely healthy, zero gravity quietly shifts ~2 liters of blood toward the upper body.

Step 3: The Effects on the Human Body
← Brain & Eyes (Neuro-Ocular) 26% Strain

Fluid shifts upward in 0g, gently increasing pressure behind the eyes. Currently within safe limits.

← Immune System & Marrow 16% Strain

Bone marrow produces white blood cells. Shielding keeps space radiation stress low right now.

Wide Anatomical Medical Body Model
♀ FEMALE 0g MODEL
Heart & Lungs → 20% Strain

Heart pumps slightly less blood volume in 0g, while lungs exchange oxygen and cabin CO2 normally.

Spine & Leg Bones → 34% Strain

Without gravity pushing down on legs, bones slowly lose calcium unless protected by daily ARED resistance exercise.

Astronaut Live Vitals

Resting HR stable • Sleep averaging 7.5h/night.

[OK] Heart Rate
58 bpm
0g Base: 58 bpm
[OK] Stress / HRV
61 ms
Recovery balance
[OK] Oxygen & BP
97.3 %
BP: 111/74 mmHg
[OK] Eye Nerve
5.49 mm
Safe < 5.6 mm
[OK] Breathing
14 br/m
Glucose: 88 mg/dL
[OK] Body Temp
36.9 °C
0g Shift (+0.3°C)
Clear Action Plan (What Should the Crew Do?) LEVEL 1: ROUTINE CARE
Level 1: Self-Care
Astronaut handles it
Level 2: Crew Doctor
Onboard medical check
Level 3: Urgent Alert
Send to Earth (27.8m)
All Vitals Normal for Spaceflight
No action needed beyond daily exercise and sleep schedule.
Click to hear a plain-English summary.

Want to be one of the astronauts on this mission?

These 3 interactive tools are designed for both real astronauts and anyone curious about space!

Select any of the 3 tools below to test your pulse via webcam, challenge your spacewalk reaction speed, or simulate 30-day medical decisions.

Mission Routine Prompt: Complete your daily pulse scan, reflex check, and 30-day simulation to maintain crew readiness.
★ 14-Day Streak (700 Mission Pts) 🛡 Bone Guardian
Switch tools anytime on the left
Summary & Purpose: This tool uses your webcam and microphone to measure your heart rate, breathing, and voice stress without wearing any sensors—helping astronauts monitor health hands-free.
1. Detailed Contactless Camera & Voice Stress Analysis WebRTC rPPG + WebAudio
CAMERA OFF

How it works: Your camera detects tiny light changes in facial blood flow (rPPG) while your mic measures vocal cord micro-tremor (F0 jitter) to estimate stress and fatigue.

Scanner Status
STANDBY
Ready to calibrate
Optical Pulse (rPPG)
-- bpm
Normal 0g: 55–80 bpm
Vocal Stress Tremor
0.42% F0
< 0.8% = calm voice
Estimated Resp / Fatigue
14 br/m
Facial alertness: Optimal
Summary & Purpose: Modeled on NASA's Psychomotor Vigilance Task (PVT), this test measures your reaction speed in milliseconds to detect sleep debt or cabin CO2 buildup before risky spacewalks.
2. Scientific Astronaut Attention Test (NASA PVT Simulation) Last Score: 268 ms

Mission Roleplay: You are piloting the Mars lander and monitoring an exterior spacewalk (EVA). Tap the panel the instant the hazard signal turns green!

CLICK HERE TO START EVA REACTION TEST
Pre-Test Crew Energy State:
Astronaut Evaluation: Steady Baseline (268 ms)

• < 260 ms: Elite EVA / Docking Ready.
• 260–330 ms: Normal Ship Duty.
• > 330 ms: Cognitive Fatigue — check cabin CO2 or rest!

Summary & Purpose: Choose a space crisis and answer 6 sequential medical questions inside the mission console. Your choices reveal a 30-day Purple trajectory compared against Red (no treatment) and Green (optimal NASA care).
Step 1: Choose Scenario for Your 30-Day Simulation Question 1 of 6
DEEP-SPACE MISSION READINESS

Real-Time Physiological & Cognitive Checkpoints

All interactive lab measurements stay 100% on your device, helping crews and Earth users monitor cardiac rhythm, EVA alertness, and 30-day countermeasure impact offline.

Deep Space Observatory
Astronaut Self-Diagnosis & Personalized Prescription 4-Step Clinical Wizard
1. Location 2. Mission Time 3. Symptoms 4. Prescription & Plan

Step 1: Where are you currently located?

Step 2: How long have you been on this space mission?

Step 3: Select all symptoms you are experiencing

Common Spaceflight Symptoms:
Urgent Medical Symptoms (Immediate Priority):
ARES-MED Spaceflight Prescription & Care Plan
Location: Deep-Space Transit • Mission Day 142
Rx • NASA IMM CDS
Select symptoms in Step 3 to view tailored clinical assessment.
Structured Treatment Time Plan:
Immediate (0–15 min)

Verify cabin ppCO2 (< 3.0 mmHg) and hydration status; rest in neutral posture.

Short-Term (1–6 hours)

Complete targeted countermeasure (LBNP / ventilation / analgesia per checklist) and re-check vitals.

Follow-Up (24–72 hours)

Log daily ocular/PVT trend and transmit HL7 FHIR bundle to Flight Surgeon.

NASA DATA LINEAGE & METHODOLOGY

Official NASA References → ARES-MED Metric Mapping

Every physiological threshold, trajectory curve, and triage escalation rule in ARES-MED traces directly to open NASA human spaceflight datasets and standards.

100% Evidence-Grounded
NASA Source / Standard Scientific Domain Mapped ARES-MED Metrics Module in Website
NASA-STD-3001 Vol. 1 & 2
Rev 2022 Crew Health Standard		 Spaceflight Human Integration & Environmental Limits SpO2, Heart Rate, HRV (RMSSD), Blood Pressure, Habitat ppCO2, Career Radiation (mSv) Mission Scenarios & 3D Body
NASA Twins Study
Garrett-Bakelman et al., Science 2019		 Longitudinal Microgravity Adaptation & Recovery SANS Optic Nerve Sheath (ONSD mm), Metabolic Shift, Stress & Recovery Curves 30-Day Quiz & Forecast Graph
NASA OSDR (OSD-570 / OSD-571)
Open Science Data Repository		 Spaceflight Multi-Omics, Bone & Fluid Dynamics Estimated BMD Delta (%), Cephalad Fluid Shift, Circadian Sleep-Fatigue Drift 30-Day Model & HL7 FHIR
NASA HRP ExMC CDS & TRISH HERMES
Autonomous Exploration Medical Systems 		Delay-Tolerant Clinical Decision Support Level 1–3 Triage Escalation, Store-and-Forward Earth Telemetry Bundle (OWLT) Diagnostic & PDF Rx
NASA Psychomotor Vigilance (PVT-B)
Behavioral Health & Performance		 Cognitive Readiness Under EVA Stress Reaction Latency (ms), Attention Lapses (>500 ms), False Starts & Readiness Score EVA Attention Test
Primary Scientific & Engineering References Open Science
  • NASA-STD-3001 Vol. 1 & 2 (Rev 2022): Spaceflight Human-System Standard for Crew Health, Environmental Limits (ppCO2), and Radiation Exposure.
  • Garrett-Bakelman et al. (2019): The NASA Twins Study: A multidimensional analysis of a year-long human spaceflight. Science 364(6436).
  • NASA Open Science Data Repository (OSDR): OSD-570 & OSD-571 physiological/multi-omics proxies for bone mineral density and fluid shifts.
  • NASA Human Research Program (HRP) ExMC & TRISH HERMES: Autonomous medical decision support & delay-tolerant HL7 FHIR store-and-forward architecture.
  • Basner & Dinges (2011) / NASA PVT-B: 3-minute Psychomotor Vigilance Test for astronaut behavioral readiness and sleep-debt detection.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) How to Use This Site
How do I navigate the platform?

Use the centered navigation bar at the top anytime to jump between Home, About Us, Mission & Scenarios, Interactive Lab, Self-Diagnosis, References, and FAQ & Contact.

How does the 30-Day Treatment Quiz work?

Inside Interactive Lab → 30-Day Treatment Quiz, choose any space scenario and answer sequential one-choice questions. The graph plots your personal decision curve alongside untreated and optimal curves.

Can I ask questions about any section?

Yes! Click the VitalsZero AI Assistant button in the bottom-right corner anytime for instant explanations in English or Turkish.

How does the Mission Day slider in the header affect the system?

Dragging the Mission Day (1–500) slider updates the Earth–Mars communication delay (OWLT), cumulative radiation dose, SANS eye-nerve shift, and your HL7 FHIR packet in real time.

Is my webcam and microphone data private?

100% private. All optical pulse (rPPG) and vocal tremor calculations run locally inside your browser with zero video or audio uploaded to any server.

Who can use ARES-MED besides astronauts?

Students, space enthusiasts, Flight Surgeons, and remote rural clinics without specialist access can all use ARES-MED in English or Turkish.

Contact Team VitalsZero

Elif Azra Özata & Ali Manas Aydoğmuş • NASA Space Apps Challenge 2026 • vitalszero.health

vitalszero0@gmail.com