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President's Page July07 Prespage Hastings.qxd 6/4/2007 7:08 PM Page 1 President’s Page I have just returned from our Annual Scientific Meeting in New Orleans. There were some glitches re- lated to the late shifting of all functions to one hotel due to construction activities, for which I apologize. None- theless, I feel the meeting was a great success. There is no experience that matches meeting with one's colleagues from around the globe. I came into New Orleans from the east, where the brunt of Hurricane Katrina was experienced. Seeing the devastation and trying to imagine the despair that ac- companied it, I asked the taxi driver about the spirit of the people of New Orleans. He answered immediately that it was positive, enthusiastic, and hopeful. That warmed my heart. Some meeting participants arrived John D. Hastings, M.D. early and joined a Habitat for Humanity effort for the city; no doubt they felt that spirit. International exchange in outreach programs to reach Experiences in New Orleans and musings about the medical schools and aerospace medicine training pro- duties of this office have given me much to ponder. As grams will be discussed. Vice President of International part of that effort, I have tried to wrap my arms about Activities, Jeff Myers, and his International Activities how the Aerospace Medical Association functions. We Committee will be integral to this effort. are a diverse organization, with 11 constituent and 31 af- The third goal is to examine instruments by which filiate organizations. We come from all walks, ranging AsMA communicates with the global aerospace medicine from basic scientific research to applied research to clini- community and the processes that govern those instru- cal aerospace medicine and individual aeromedical dis- ments. These include position papers, position statements, positions. We are composed of basic scientists, physiolo- letters, resolutions, website content, and journal content. gists, academicians, regulators, administrators, nurses, The purpose of this review is to assure well considered physicians, human factors specialists, aviation medical and timely association response to issues facing aerospace examiners, and others. We are a global organization rep- medicine. The Executive Committee and an expanded resenting many lands. Communications Committee will shepherd this effort. We What is it, then, that unites us within this Aerospace will also review our internal communications and the Medicine Association? I can think of three things. The fundamentals of how the association does its work. first is air, where many years ago things got started. The In a volunteer organization such as ours, with mem- second is space, which came later and where the planets bers scattered around the globe, internal communications await us. The third is the spirit that unites us all. It is the can be problematic. Assuring currency of e-mail addresses spirit which causes us to look up to the heavens that we and struggling with a format for between-meeting delib- call air and space and makes us yearn to be there, to ex- eration of committee tasks via e-mail are two major is- plore and to learn the secrets and lessons there. I suspect sues that will be examined. When we meet, we plan. most of us think it's also fun to play there. This associa- Then we must do, and communication is the linchpin. tion truly symbolizes the heights to which the human Internal communications depends upon relation- spirit can soar. In my mind's eye, these things unite us. ships, and I am happy to announce that decisions of the I have chosen to focus on three goals in the coming membership in New Orleans have the great potential of year. The first was to form an ad hoc committee to coor- linking the new member of AsMA, joining just today, dinate efforts in clinical aerospace medicine. These efforts with the most senior Fellow in our association. The mem- range from the establishment of aeromedical standards, bership chose to place representatives of both the Fellows to revision of standards in light of advances in waiver and Associate Fellows Groups on Council. Ideas from the provisions, to individual aeromedical dispositions. The newest member will be heard, and the collective wisdom committee's focus is twofold, international and evidence of past association leaders will not be untapped. The -based. The first meeting of the committee, composed of Fellows Group has also chosen to embark upon an elec- one U.S. and five international members was held in tion reform initiative for the Fellow selection process. New Orleans. There will be more to come on this ambi- I am excited about this year. This association has tious effort as it evolves. done much for me. It has broadened my perspective and The second goal is to heighten emphasis on the inter- world view. It has connected me with many around the national nature of AsMA. Discussions have already globe who are now good friends and colleagues. I look begun to address international activities at the annual sci- forward to working with you all. In New Orleans, you entific meeting, as well as AsMA participation in interna- elected a great crew to sail this ship in the coming year. tional meetings of constituent and affiliate organizations. We will do our best to serve you. Aviation, Space, and Environmental Medicine • Vol. 78, No. 7, • July 2007 729 med news & awards07v.5.qxd 6/6/2007 6:20 PM Page 1 Medical News ing HIV, periodicity, diabetes, and inflight Executive first-aid kits. AsMA was well represented at Director’s this meeting and proffered its recommenda- Column tions to the ICAO Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Tony Evans. Science & And finally, an NPRM on the Age-60 Rule is expected to be published in about 2 years. Technology The reason for this delay is due to the need for a full economic impact study. Watch I very much look forward to working with our new President, Dr. Jack Hastings, Rayman our officers, and committees during this coming year. I'm sure we'll have a very pro- Potpourri ductive 2007 - 2008. Point your mouse to the AsMA Keeping You Informed Of The Latest As I write this month's column, the Home home page at: www.asma.org Advances In Science And Technology Office is extremely busy preparing for the It’s frequently updated with important, meeting in New Orleans. I would like to em- Given the current trend of longer and longer phasize that the meeting is made possible be- new information about your duration missions, it becomes even more critical cause of so many dedicated volunteers Association. to monitor crew fatigue. Greeley and Nesthus re- whose support is critical. I can't mention August Features: view results from current research in voice them all but I would like to express special Annual Meeting photos, awards, reports, analysis that can unobtrusively determine fa- appreciation to Joe Dervay - Science Program tigue during operational missions. Chair, Gordon Landsman - Registration, Bob and much more! Johnson - Arrangements, Susan Northrup - Predicting Fatigue Using MOC Program, and Stella Bellarts - CME MEETINGS CALENDAR 2007 Voice Analysis Program. Quite a bit has happened in the past sev- July 13-15, 2007, Double Tree Hotel Hal Greeley, Creare, Inc. and Thomas Nesthus, eral months that I think you would find of Sonoma, Rohnert Park, CA. 18th Annual FAA Civil Aerospace Medical Institute interest. First, we received a large grant from NASA Space Radiation Investigators’ Cephalon Inc. in the amount of $169,000 to Workshop. Info: www.dsls.usra.edu. The ability to quickly and unobtrusively pay for our May Supplement, Operational October 29-31, Grand Sierra Resort & monitor an individual's level of alertness prior Applications of Cognitive Performance Casino Hotel, Reno, NV. SAFE Association to and during the undertaking of mission-crit- Enhancing Technology. All the credit goes 45th Annual Symposium. For more info, call ical activity would provide commanders with not only to the writers, but also to Mike (541) 895-3012, Fax (541) 895-3014, e-mail critical information regarding personnel as- Russo who somehow acquired this grant for [email protected], or visit www.safeassocia- signments, quite possibly save lives, and in- AsMA. tion.com or www.safeassociation.org. crease the likelihood of mission success. Recently our offices have approved 3 let- November 1-2, 2007, Holiday Inn Voice analysis can be used to predict fa- ters that you can see on our website under Regents Park, London, UK. Second Annual tigue. Voice analysis differs from established announcements. First, we have responded to Aviation Health Conference. For more infor- cognitive measures in a number of ways: the FAA Docket on Periodicity by supporting mation, visit www.quaynote.com. For spon- • Speaking is a natural activity, requiring no the NPRM calling for medical examinations sorship or speaking opportunities, contact initial training or learning curve. for air transport pilots to be extended from 6 [email protected] or phone 44-20-8531- • Voice recording is an unobtrusive opera- months to 1 year and for general aviation pi- 6464. tion that does not interfere with normal work. lots from 36 to 60 months. In both cases, this Postponed until 2008. Human • Using telecommunication infrastructure applies only to pilots under age 40. Performance, Situation Awareness, and (radio, telephone, etc.), a diffuse set of remote Another letter was sent to Congressional Automation (HPSAA III) Technology populations can be monitored from a central leaders in support of the space life sciences Conference. Info: Mustapha Mouloua, location. research program. Just prior to the release of Conference Chair, 407-823-2910, • Often, previously recorded voice data are these letters, your Association along with [email protected], available for post hoc analysis.
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