KBR Scientist Bianca Cerqueira Studies Human Performance in Extreme Conditions
KBR scientist Dr. Bianca Cerqueira leads research examining how extreme conditions affect human health and performance. Her work supports programs for NASA and military branches.
KBR Scientist Bianca Cerqueira Studies Human Performance in Extreme Conditions
Dr. Bianca Cerqueira, a principal technical professional at KBR, is leading research focused on understanding the human body's response to extreme environments and conditions. Her work aims to enhance human health and maximize performance potential.
Cerqueira's current research investigates the effects of occupational exposures, such as extreme high altitude. She provides expertise to various research and development programs for NASA, the U.S. Air Force, Army, and Navy. Additionally, she offers neuroimaging guidance and analysis for the Defense Health Agency.
She is also a member of the COVID-19 International Research Team (COV-IRT), an international consortium dedicated to improving the understanding of COVID-19 and identifying potential therapies. Cerqueira finds purpose in her work, noting that its outcomes could lead to novel therapeutics that mitigate the negative effects of flight or treat cardiac issues post-COVID infection.
Based in Texas, Cerqueira is part of KBR's Government Solutions U.S. – Science & Space division. The company focuses on human health and performance, with experts like Cerqueira working to understand and address the impacts of extreme conditions on the human body.