The Future of Drug Manufacturing in Space

Space manufacturing is set to revolutionize the production of pharmaceuticals, leveraging microgravity to enhance the development of drugs. In microgravity, certain biological processes, such as the growth of pluripotent stem cells, can occur more quickly and efficiently, allowing for the modeling and designing of patient-specific therapies. For instance, researchers have found that cancerous stem cells can be better understood and manipulated in this environment, leading to more effective treatments. The goal is to eventually translate these advancements into actual medical applications that benefit patients on Earth.