Exploring the Frontier: Space-Based Pharmaceutical Research and its Transformative Impact on Healthcare
Prasad Pradip Telavane
, Rutik Bangar , Karishma Warghade , Vaishnavi Sandankar , Vivek Pashte
space-based pharmaceutical research, microgravity, drug development, cellular behavior, International Space Station, drug metabolism, healthcare advancements, interdisciplinary collaboration, transformative impact, ethical considerations.
Pharmaceutical research in the unique microgravity environment of space aims to explore the effects of microgravity on biological systems, particularly how it influences drug development and cellular processes. Key objectives include understanding changes in drug efficacy, toxicity, and cellular behavior in space, with the goal of improving pharmaceutical outcomes on Earth and potentially developing new treatments. Methodologies involve conducting experiments aboard space stations or using specialized equipment during spaceflights to study drug interactions and cellular responses in microgravity. Researchers utilize advanced technology and collaborate with space agencies to conduct experiments that simulate and explore the unique conditions of space. Findings suggest that microgravity can impact drug metabolism, cellular signaling, and gene expression, leading to altered pharmacological responses. These insights have implications for optimizing drug formulations, dosage, and treatment strategies on Earth. Additionally, the space environment may unveil novel targets for drug development and reveal biological processes that are not observable in traditional laboratory settings. The implications of pharmaceutical research in microgravity extend beyond space exploration, offering potential advancements in drug design and delivery that can benefit healthcare on Earth. By refining our understanding of how drugs behave in space, scientists aim to improve drug efficacy and safety, ultimately contributing to advancements in healthcare and pharmaceutical innovation.
"Exploring the Frontier: Space-Based Pharmaceutical Research and its Transformative Impact on Healthcare", IJSDR - International Journal of Scientific Development and Research (www.IJSDR.org), ISSN:2455-2631, Vol.9, Issue 1, page no.310 - 315, January-2024, Available :https://ijsdr.org/papers/IJSDR2401044.pdf
Volume 9
Issue 1,
January-2024
Pages : 310 - 315
Paper Reg. ID: IJSDR_209854
Published Paper Id: IJSDR2401044
Downloads: 000347215
Research Area: Pharmacy
Country: Murbad, Maharashtra, India
ISSN: 2455-2631 | IMPACT FACTOR: 9.15 Calculated By Google Scholar | ESTD YEAR: 2016
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