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Microgravity Advantage: From Research to Market

Panel Discussion

Overview

Explore the unique advantages of the microgravity environment and the real opportunities it offers for science, industry, and society. Presenters will highlight how microgravity enables breakthroughs in advanced manufacturing, biomedical research, and materials science, while also supporting innovation in pharmaceuticals and technology development. Case studies will demonstrate how these applications translate into commercialisation pathways and global impact, offering insights into how Australia can leverage microgravity to drive growth, resilience, and leadership in the space economy.

 

 

Session Details

Wednesday, 22 July 2026

1:45PM - 2:35PM

Hall E3

Adelaide Convention Centre

Speakers/Panellists

Co-Director Space Technology and Industry Institute & Major Discipline Coordinator Space Technology

Swinburne University of Technology

Associate Dean of Innovation & Engagement

Swinburne University of Technology

CEO & Founder

Egress Space

Vice President for Government Affairs

Varda

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