​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Why Conduct R&D in Space?

Space is rapidly becoming the next biomedical frontier.
In microgravity, biological systems behave in ways we can’t replicate on Earth. Cells grow differently, proteins form more precisely, and regenerative processes accelerate. 
​​​​​​​These effects create conditions that allow scientists to unlock new therapeutic pathways and refine existing treatments.

​​​​​​​​​​​​Opportunity and Impact of Experimental Drug Production in Space​​​​​​​​​​​​​
​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Microgravity doesn’t just enhance research — it enables production.
Advanced biologics like monoclonal antibodies, stem-cell therapies, and synthetic compounds gain novel structures in space, potentially transforming how drugs are formulated and delivered.

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​​​​​​​Insight into the European and international space market in terms of turnover and employment

Overcoming Earth’s Limits: The Case for Zephyr​​​​​​​
Zephyr is an autonomous, reusable orbital lab designed to close the gap between scientific potential and operational reality.
Developed by Intuitive Machine with Rhodium Scientific and Space Forge, Zephyr enables low-cost missions to low-Earth orbit with soft landings near processing hubs.
For researchers, biotech companies, and forward-thinking investors, Zephyr represents a shift from one-off missions to repeatable, high-impact discovery and production cycles.