India’s Space Technology Advancements: Transforming the Indian Pharmaceutical Industry Introduction India's space technology has evolved tremendously since the launch of its first satellite, Aryabhata, in 1975. The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has played a crucial role in placing India among the leading space-faring nations. While space technology is commonly associated with satellite communication, defense, and weather forecasting, its impact on industries like pharmaceuticals is often overlooked. The Indian pharmaceutical industry, valued at over $50 billion, is a global leader in generic medicines, vaccines, and biotechnology. Space technology is now revolutionizing this sector by enhancing drug research, supply chain efficiency, remote healthcare, precision medicine, and disaster management. This article explores how India's advancements in space technology are benefiting the pharmaceutical industry. --- 1. Space-Based Research for Drug Development Microgravity...