S5 EP2: Microgravity: Developing Drugs in Space

Series 5

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In this episode we’re delving into the topic of Microgravity, and how this aspect of space is utilised across multiple non-space sectors.

From health and pharma to new soles for your trainers, the applications and benefits of microgravity are undeniable. So how are we using it? Or why aren’t we using? Join us to discuss all this and more in the second episode of series 5!

Episode Guests

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Martin Braddock

Founder and Director

GenixiConsulting Ltd
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William Birch

Mission Lead for Beyond Earth

Satellite Applications Catapult

Episode Host

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Dallas Campbell

Broadcaster and Writer

Dallas presents some of television’s most popular factual programmes, his immersive documentaries lift the curtain on our human planet, giving audiences of all ages and backgrounds an exclusive backstage pass to some of the world’s most fascinating stories, ideas and places.

Beyond television, Dallas is an author, speaker, and ambassador for STEM education. He works closely with several major outreach initiatives which help kids across the UK think creatively about technology and innovation. He works internationally with the British Council’s FameLab project, designing and running workshops for early career academics, helping them hone their science communication skills.

Outer-Orbit

In this bonus episode of Outer Orbit, Dallas Campbell is joined by Dr Martin Braddock to explore the cutting edge of space health innovation. From the surprising benefits of microgravity for drug development to the plausibility of human hibernation on long-duration space missions, their conversation covers the science fiction-sounding breakthroughs that are becoming science fact.

Resources

  • Listen to our previous episode on Microgravity here 

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