Grow Everything Biotech Podcast

72. Zero Gravity, Infinite Possibilities: New Biologies in Space with Elizabeth Reynolds of Starburst Aerospace

Apr 12, 2024

57:05

Episode Description:

Elizabeth Reynolds, Managing Director of Starburst Aerospace’s US business, takes us into the fascinating intersection of space exploration and biotechnology, discussing how advancements in space can propel innovations on Earth. Elizabeth explains the challenges of sustaining human life during long-duration space missions and the crucial role of biotech in creating self-sustaining environments for astronauts. From manufacturing pharmaceuticals in microgravity to exploring the potential of terraforming and asteroid mining, she explores a future where space travel and living are intertwined with biological advancements. Highlighting the collaborative spirit driving the space industry, today’s conversation illuminates the boundless possibilities at the nexus of space and biology, inviting everyone to envision a future where humanity reaches beyond Earth, driven by the synergy of technological and biological innovation.

Grow Everything brings the bioeconomy to life. Hosts Karl Schmieder and Erum Azeez Khan share stories and interview the leaders and influencers changing the world by growing everything. Biology is the oldest technology. And it can be engineered. What are we growing?

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Chapters:

00:00:00 - Eclipse Enchantment: A Glimpse of Dusk in New York
00:02:10 - Networking Nuances: A Convergence of Biotech and the Stars
00:04:37 - Digital Frontiers: Navigating DCI and the NFT Universe
00:07:23 - Unveiling the Mysteries: The Impact of Eclipses on Science and Culture
00:10:41 - Beyond Earth: The Intersect of Space Exploration and Biology
00:12:56 - Elizabeth Reynolds: Charting the Future at the Nexus of Space and Biotech
00:14:22 - The Fabric of Space: Innovations in Spacewear and Life Support Systems
00:18:45 - The Final Frontier: How Space Travel Challenges and Inspires Biotech
00:23:08 - Nurturing Life in the Cosmos: The Role of Biotech in Sustaining Space Missions
00:27:15 - From Microbes to Mars: The Tiny Titans of Space Biology
00:30:57 - The Wonders of Space-Grown Crystals and Stem Cells
00:32:14 - Pioneering Regenerative Medicine and the Secrets of Aging in Space
00:34:01 - Synergizing the Stars: The Vibrant Ecosystem of Space Exploration
00:36:00 - Navigating the Cosmos: U.S. Aerospace's Bold New Ventures
00:38:00 - Startup Stars: Forging New Pathways in Aerospace Innovation
00:41:37 - The Next Giant Leaps: Envisioning Tomorrow's Space Missions
00:43:57 - Terraforming Dreams: Engineering the Habitats of Tomorrow
00:47:30 - The Greening of Red Planets: How Terraforming Could Transform Mars
00:50:21 - From the Cosmos to Earth: How Space Exploration Enriches Our World