Varda Space raises $90 million to make drugs in space, revolutionizing healthcare. The US Space Force outlines criteria for commercial adoption, showcasing their commitment to leveraging commercial technologies. NASA unveils a plan to tackle space junk and appoints a director of space sustainability. SpaceX launches a new batch of Starlink satellites, expanding global internet coverage. Join us as we explore the latest advancements in space exploration and their potential impact on healthcare, defense, sustainability, and connectivity.

Sources:
https://www.forbes.com/sites/katiejennings/2024/04/10/innovationrx-90-million-to-make-drugs-in-space/
https://www.defensedaily.com/new-u-s-space-force-strategy-outlines-criteria-for-commercial-adoption/space/
https://www.foxweather.com/earth-space/nasa-space-junk-plan-director-space-sustainability
https://www.ukrinform.net/rubric-society/3850569-spacex-launches-new-batch-of-starlink-satellites-into-space.html

Outline:
(00:00:00) Introduction
(00:00:43) InnovationRx: $90 Million To Make Drugs In Space
(00:03:38) New US Space Force Strategy Outlines Criteria For Commercial Adoption
(00:07:09) NASA's new plan to tackle space junk includes director of space sustainability
(00:10:46) SpaceX launches new batch of Starlink satellites into space