We are raising a new generation of space inventors

On the first day of the school , the team of the 435nm project, which is part of the Frontiers of Science Guild portfolio, presented a new training program in space biotechnology for students Gymnasium of Skolkovo.

 

The main purpose of the meeting was not only to talk about the new course, but also to engage the students in interdisciplinary project work related to the creation of closed space biospheres. In the future, such systems will become the basis of life support for long-term missions to The moon and Mars.

 

Project Leader 435nm Alexander Shayenko shared his impressions of communicating with schoolchildren:

I am very pleased that children are interested in space biotechnology. The guys actively participated in the discussion, answered questions, showing a wide range of knowledge, amazing for such a young age. The most active students received gifts from us. We hope that we will be able to work together with the interested guys on real space projects.

 

The 435nm project is developing highly efficient photobioreactors, installations in which microalgae absorb carbon dioxide and release oxygen, purifying water and creating conditions for autonomous human existence in space. Previously , the development had already received wide coverage in the federal media and was recognized as one of the most promising in the field of space biotechnology.

 

The new educational program, presented at the Skolkovo Gymnasium, will allow students to immerse themselves in real scientific and engineering activities that combine biology, physics and engineering, disciplines necessary to create future space ecosystems.