Space biology research is transforming our understanding of how living systems respond to extreme environments, generating insights that support both future space exploration and advances in human health on Earth. Whether your interests lie in biomedical science, molecular biology, plant science, engineering or related disciplines, these upcoming events offer valuable opportunities to learn, connect and collaborate. Researchers and students at all career stages are warmly invited to register and join Australia’s growing space life sciences community.
4th Annual LIMS-DLR Microgravity Workshop
- WHEN: 13 - 15 July, 9.00am - 5.00pm
- WHERE: TLC-114, La Trobe University - Melbourne Campus (Bundoora)
- COST: $20 (students) | $50 (full). Lunch provided.
- REGISTRATIONS: Register via Humanitix
Ideal for researchers, Honours, postgraduate students and third year undergraduates looking at learning skills relevant to the rapidly growing international space industry.
Gravity is the only constant stimulus that has not changed during evolution, and has shaped all life. Understanding how gravity affects biological systems will not only enhance human space exploration; it will help us understand how to improve life and combat disease on Earth.
Join us for the 4th Annual LIMS-DLR Microgravity Workshop, and learn what gravity can tell us about our own biological systems. Presented by Dr Jens Hauslage (DLR), this three-day workshop offers the unique opportunity to conduct practical experiments, gaining essential hands-on experience in microgravity simulation, while also providing an overview of the impact of gravity on life and the current knowledge on gravity perception in cells, plants and animals.
First National Space Biomedical
Research Symposium
- WHEN: Thu 16 July 2026, 9.00am - 5.00pm
- WHERE: La Trobe University - City Campus (360 Collins Street, Melbourne VIC 3000)
- COST: $50 | Catering provided.
- REGISTRATIONS: Register via Humanitix.
Biomedical research undertaken in space shows the potential to expand knowledge about human health not only for space travellers, but also for life on Earth in harsh environments, and for everyday life from the design of new antibiotics to how gravity impacts on health more generally.
In Australia, scientists from universities around the country have individual interests in studying the cellular and molecular mechanisms of human disease, and developing therapies or diagnostics, employing experiments in space. Research in this area is on a literal upward trajectory.
We are delighted to present the Inaugural Symposium on Space Biomedical Research in Australia, giving an opportunity for researchers from across our continent to share their research interests and network with potential collaborators.
Presented by Professor Patrick Humbert (LIMS, La Trobe University), Dr Kate Poole (UNSW) and Dr Li Shean Toh (Monash University), and hosted by La Trobe on their city campus, this Symposium will bring together leading minds in the field to discuss novel ideas and approaches to this powerful new tool in the fight against disease and illness.
We hope to see you at these two fantastic events. If you have any enquiries, please don't hesitate to contact us at LIMS.Research@latrobe.edu.au.
