Bringing your space projects to life with our one-stop solution.
We support scientific experiments and promotional projects leveraging the unique environment of microgravity, providing end-to-end service from pre-flight preparation and on-orbit operation to sample return.
Japanese Experimental Module “Kibo” – a unique laboratory in space, where gravity is just one-millionth of that on the Earth. Since 2021, Space BD has been supporting science experiments and promotional projects that leverage this extraordinary environment.
Utilizing the space station requires extensive preparation, including coordination with JAXA and NASA and strict safety reviews, as well as navigating complex space-specific terminology. We provide end-to-end service from pre-flight preparation and on-orbit operation to sample return. Our expert team brings your space projects to life.
Our specialists help bring your plans to life.
With expertise in life sciences, material sciences, and space experiments, our team supports you every step of the way—from initial planning to mission implementation.
We handle complex procedures for you.
From agency coordination and safety reviews to complex documentation, our team takes care of the administrative burden required for your space mission.
We offer end-to-end logistics support.
We coordinate all logistics, from ground and space transportation to sample recovery and return.
We navigate challenges to keep your mission moving.
In the event of unforeseen difficulties, our team provides full support, including agency coordination and troubleshooting to ensure your project stays on track.
Have you ever wondered what new insights might find if gravity were removed from your research?
On Earth, gravity pulls matter downward, causing convection and sedimentation due to density differences. These gravitational forces can influence the structure and function of materials and cells, sometimes masking the phenomena essential to your study.
The unique environment of microgravity, where gravitational effects are minimized, enables us to obtain data and samples with shapes, purity, and precision that are difficult to achieve on Earth.
In microgravity, the absence of convection and sedimentation allows a stable concentration gradient during crystal growth. This environment enables the production of large, high-quality single crystals that are difficult to obtain on Earth.
The removal of gravitational mechanical stress leads to significant changes in cell morphology and function.Observed responses include alterations in proliferation, differentiation, apoptosis, and metabolic activity.
Microgravity and radiation can accelerate cellular aging and cancer progression. This environment has the potential to enable faster disease modeling and shorter timelines for drug evaluation.
Microgravity enables materials to be processed without contact with containers. This allows researchers to obtain highly pure thermophysical property data and develop advanced crystalline materials.
Microgravity offers a wide range of applications across life sciences, materials engineering, and commercial projects.
Below are common research scenarios supported by our services.
- Creating 3D biological models that mimic living systems.
- Accelerating research in oncology and aging.
- Uncovering the underlying mechanisms of cellular functions.
- Growing high-quality crystals.
- Optimizing crystallization conditions for complex compounds.
- Measuring high purity thermophysical properties of high-melting-point materials.
- Developing next-generation materials with novel functionalities.
- Create impactful promotional projects in space.
- Position your brand as a pioneer of cutting-edge innovation.
There are two main frameworks for utilizing the ISS Japanese Experiment Module “Kibo”: a public call program and a fee-based utilization program. For business and R&D projects that require confidentiality, the fee-based utilization program—where a private operator serves as the point of contact—is widely used.
Space BD leverages this framework to provide end-to-end support, from initial concept development to sample return.
We provide guidance on project feasibility and the most suitable implementation approach.
We prepare the required application documents, including a project overview, and submit them to JAXA for evaluation.
We coordinate with JAXA to define technical feasibility, schedule, and cost.
We conclude the contract based on agreed terms and initiate the project.
We manage and support the complex procedures and testing required for ISS utilization.
We conduct safety verification in accordance with JAXA requirements for ISS payloads, from test planning to execution.
We prepare astronaut procedures in compliance with spaceflight operational standards.
We handle the entire logistics process, including export/import documentation, transportation arrangements, and final preparation at the launch site.
Your equipment and samples are transported to the ISS aboard a cargo spacecraft.
Experiments conducted by astronauts are monitored from the ground. Our team provides coordination and support when needed.
Once returned to Earth, samples are recovered and delivered directly to your facility.
Feel free to contact us with any inquiries.
