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

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? Learn more at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.messaginglab.com/groweverything⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 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 Episode Links: Starburst - Aerospace Accelerator and Advisory (link) International Space Station, ISS (link) Axiom Space (link) Privateer (link) DARPA (link) Virgin Galactic (link) SpaceX (link) Blue Origin (link) Intuitive Machines (link) Baylor College of Medicine - TRISH* program (link) Interstellar Lab (link) Outpost Space (link) Kate Rubins, astronaut (link) Chris Mason, systems biology (link) DeSci NYC (link) Prophetic AI (link)  Prophetic at DeSci NYC (link) NFT NYC (link) Elizabeth on LinkedIn Translational Research Institute for Space Health (link) Get $300 off ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Synbiobeta tickets⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (May 6-9 in San Jose, CA) using promo code: Grow Everything Topics Covered:  biomaterials, sustainability, biodegradablility, compostibility Have a question or comment? Message us here: Text or Call (804) 505-5553 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠GrowEverything website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email: [email protected] Support here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Music by: Nihilore Production by: Amplafy Media