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At UTMB, aerospace medicine is more than a specialty, it’s part of a broader commitment to preparing physicians for wherever medicine is needed next. Whether that’s on Earth, in the air, or in space, the goal remains the same: understanding the human body under pressure and delivering care when it matters most.

During Women's History Month, we honor UTMB and Galveston medical pioneers Marie Schaefer and Mary Moore for their courage to step forward, to challenge systems, and to create change where it is needed most.

For over a century, UTMB’s researchers have studied influenza and viral infections every winter, building a legacy of observation, discovery, and public health impact that continues today.

For more than a century, the UTMB John Sealy School of Medicine has exemplified medicine as an act of service – its students, faculty, and alumni answering the nation's call in times of war and peace with courage, compassion, and unwavering dedication.

On October 5, 1891, 23 students and 13 faculty members gathered in a single building on Galveston Island to begin a new chapter in Texas history.

In the days after the 1900 storm, Galveston's needs were immediate and overwhelming.

Marking the 125th anniversary of the 1900 Galveston storm: discover how UTMB's 'Old Red' became a field hospital, showed resilience, and rebuilt stronger.