Humans In Space is a global platform dedicated to discovering and supporting breakthrough technologies and infrastructures that extend human potential beyond Earth while enhancing life on it through its Ecosystem, Investment, and Orbital Launch Platform components.
Bringing together researchers, entrepreneurs, institutions, corporations, and investors to identify, explore, and advance critical space healthcare solutions for both space and Earth.
Providing investments to support early stage ideas and validate disruptive solutions in orbit, thus accelerating space healthcare industry commercialization.
Providing array of support for on-orbit research from design mentoring, implementation partner coordination, to funding.
As a step closer to realizing its vision, the 2025 Humans In Space Program presents 3 Key Space Healthcare Tracks reflecting prioritized research and innovation areas of leading government, corporate, medical, and investment partners.
Humans In Space investment is composed of Equity Investment and Orbital Launch Funding. The winners of Equity Investment are strongly encouraged to reapply for in future HIS Challenges.
Orbital Launch Funding supports researchers and startups with visions of achieving breakthrough discoveries and innovations through Space. Through Humans In Space, researchers and startups will gain access to funding and strategic partners to further enhance their idea, develop their experiments, and successfully fulfill their vision in orbit. Aside from financial support, applicants will be guided through HIS tailored sessions and introductions to experts.
Complimentary credits worth $100k to access AWS services for experiment data management & analysis
Access to Thales Alenia Space operated Space Business Catalyst that provides 1) Fast prototype support, 2) Environment Testing Means & Assembly, Integration, and Test Facility, 3) Technical mentors
Tailored mentorships and workshops supporting orbital launch by leading space researchers, corporates, and investors
Tailored on-orbit experiment feasibility and quotation assessment through HIS Implementation Partners
Connection with key figures in the space industry through exclusive networking and in-person pitching opportunities at global conferences
Robust alumni network to promote professional growth and collaboration opportunities
Advisor
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How is the Humans In Space Challenge contributing to the overall vision of NASA?
“Science accelerators are a great way to spur innovation and technical advancement. That's why NASA's so interested in science accelerators focused on space health--as the commercial space sector expands, more people from all walks of life will be going into space. So we're really looking for ideas that will push clinical care in space forward to meet the needs of a larger astronaut pool.”
Partner
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How is the Humans In Space Challenge contributing to the Space Healthcare ecosystem of Germany?
“The Humans In Space program lets researchers and startups test their ideas in space, providing data that accelerates health applications in space and on Earth.”
Partner - 2023 HIS Challenge Co-Host
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Q. What was the most rewarding aspect of being an evaluator for the 2023 HIS Challenge, and how has this experience influenced your perspective on space?
“The Humans in Space Challenge is opening eyes across the space industry to a new future of healthcare enabled by microgravity. The decrease in launch costs and increase in ease of access are transforming the way people and organizations see outer space. There is huge potential as new business models and technologies suddenly become feasible, and we are only just starting to see the impact. The healthcare sector has leaned into this trend, and we are excited to support the best leaders and technologies, including those assembled for this cohort, that will benefit life on Earth. It’s been a pleasure working with Boryung on this important strategic endeavor and we look forward to growing and expanding the program.”
Partner
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Q. What does Humans In Space mean to the Space Commerce Landscape?
“We are thrilled to join forces with Boryung in their ambitious Humans in Space program. This research collaboration marks a significant milestone in our journey to the stars, bridging the gap between GEO and cislunar space, and underscores our commitment to advancing human's presence beyond Earth's orbit. Our Scout and Ranger spacecraft are tailored-made to enable cell life cycle research in deep space's radiation environment. Together, we are committed to improving the safety for humanity's journeys in space.”
Partner
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Q. What does Humans In Space mean to the Space Innovation Landscape?
“Space healthcare represents a critical leap forward for the space industry. In order to accelerate growth in this field, engagement of innovative companies and entrepreneurs is pivotal. We are excited to be partnering with Humans In Space to explore these innovative ideas, connect them to industry leaders, and help them grow.”
Startup - 2023 HIS Challenge Awardee
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Q. How did HIS impact your business?
“Participation in the 2023 Humans in Space event was great exposure for LambdaVision. The coaching and mentorship from the HIS team helped us to better refine our pitch and business strategy for space.”
“One major benefit of participating in programs like HIS is the people and companies that you meet. Participation in HIS expanded our network of investors and space industry experts. We also had the opportunity to meet other companies and academic groups doing incredibly exciting research that will have a significant impact on building a thriving low earth orbit economy.”
Cohort
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What was the most valuable impact of the Humans In Space Challenge for your team?
“Our participation in the Humans in Space program challenged brain.space to both refine and advance our neurotechnology in an innovative environment. We accelerated development of space solutions with brain data monitoring of mental and cognitive states, enhanced our research methodologies, and deepened our understanding of the human brain’s adaptation at micro-gravity environment - insights that are crucial to support the future of human spaceflight. And the expert feedback we received helped sharpen our vision of promoting neuro-wellness for astronauts throughout their missions in the extreme conditions of space.”
Investor
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Q. How would the Humans In Space initiative contribute to space investment?
“The HIS initiative empowers innovative healthcare startups to commercialize medical breakthroughs that improve human health on and off Earth and drive space-related investments.”
Advisor
00
How is the Humans In Space Challenge contributing to the overall vision of NASA?
“Science accelerators are a great way to spur innovation and technical advancement. That's why NASA's so interested in science accelerators focused on space health--as the commercial space sector expands, more people from all walks of life will be going into space. So we're really looking for ideas that will push clinical care in space forward to meet the needs of a larger astronaut pool.”
Partner
00
How is the Humans In Space Challenge contributing to the Space Healthcare ecosystem of Germany?
“The Humans In Space program lets researchers and startups test their ideas in space, providing data that accelerates health applications in space and on Earth.”
Partner - 2023 HIS Challenge Co-Host
00
Q. What was the most rewarding aspect of being an evaluator for the 2023 HIS Challenge, and how has this experience influenced your perspective on space?
“The Humans in Space Challenge is opening eyes across the space industry to a new future of healthcare enabled by microgravity. The decrease in launch costs and increase in ease of access are transforming the way people and organizations see outer space. There is huge potential as new business models and technologies suddenly become feasible, and we are only just starting to see the impact. The healthcare sector has leaned into this trend, and we are excited to support the best leaders and technologies, including those assembled for this cohort, that will benefit life on Earth. It’s been a pleasure working with Boryung on this important strategic endeavor and we look forward to growing and expanding the program.”
Partner
00
Q. What does Humans In Space mean to the Space Commerce Landscape?
“We are thrilled to join forces with Boryung in their ambitious Humans in Space program. This research collaboration marks a significant milestone in our journey to the stars, bridging the gap between GEO and cislunar space, and underscores our commitment to advancing human's presence beyond Earth's orbit. Our Scout and Ranger spacecraft are tailored-made to enable cell life cycle research in deep space's radiation environment. Together, we are committed to improving the safety for humanity's journeys in space.”
Partner
00
Q. What does Humans In Space mean to the Space Innovation Landscape?
“Space healthcare represents a critical leap forward for the space industry. In order to accelerate growth in this field, engagement of innovative companies and entrepreneurs is pivotal. We are excited to be partnering with Humans In Space to explore these innovative ideas, connect them to industry leaders, and help them grow.”
Startup - 2023 HIS Challenge Awardee
00
Q. How did HIS impact your business?
“Participation in the 2023 Humans in Space event was great exposure for LambdaVision. The coaching and mentorship from the HIS team helped us to better refine our pitch and business strategy for space.”
“One major benefit of participating in programs like HIS is the people and companies that you meet. Participation in HIS expanded our network of investors and space industry experts. We also had the opportunity to meet other companies and academic groups doing incredibly exciting research that will have a significant impact on building a thriving low earth orbit economy.”
Cohort
00
What was the most valuable impact of the Humans In Space Challenge for your team?
“Our participation in the Humans in Space program challenged brain.space to both refine and advance our neurotechnology in an innovative environment. We accelerated development of space solutions with brain data monitoring of mental and cognitive states, enhanced our research methodologies, and deepened our understanding of the human brain’s adaptation at micro-gravity environment - insights that are crucial to support the future of human spaceflight. And the expert feedback we received helped sharpen our vision of promoting neuro-wellness for astronauts throughout their missions in the extreme conditions of space.”
Investor
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Q. How would the Humans In Space initiative contribute to space investment?
“The HIS initiative empowers innovative healthcare startups to commercialize medical breakthroughs that improve human health on and off Earth and drive space-related investments.”