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The 41st Annual Symposium on Space Science and Technology
January 22 @ 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Indian Space Programme: has been a catalyst for advanced research, technological innovation and space exploration in the country. Scientific data from ISRO’s earth observation, lunar and planetary exploration missions are being used by hundreds of scientists across the country. More than 1000 R&D Projects have been supported through the RESPOND Programme and Space Technology cells. Human spaceflight programme is expected to provide an important platform for scientific research and development, innovation and creativity. Microgravity science experiments in uncrewed and crewed missions will provide valuable insight into areas like crystal growth, space agriculture, cell and tissue growth and pharmaceutical research. It will also enable us to understand issues related to human health including muscular dystrophy, heart disease and aging. The countermeasures developed could help in combating bone loss to help people dealing with osteoporosis A space-based platform such as the Bhartiya Antariksha Station has the potential to synergize national strengths and further enhance capabilities in sectors such as biotechnology, robotics, colloid research and combustion. Another objective of long duration microgravity research is to develop the ways and means to sustain human civilization away from earth. This has direct implication on human life on earth faced with depleting resources. The presentation on ‘Human spaceflight: A driver for Scientific research’ will briefly cover these aspects.
Speaker: Shri Imtiaz Ali Khan
Biography:
1999-2014: Joined VSSC in 1999 and worked in processing and realization of Solid Rocket Motors. Contributed to development of new formulations, propellant grains and processing techniques. This included PS0M-XL segments, S-200 igniters, ATV motors and Special Purpose Motors. Served as Manager, Propellant Casting and Curing facility. Filed Patent for casting technique for thin webbed grains. Received ISRO Young Scientist award, team achievement award and MR Kurup Gold medal.
2014-2017: Served at Embassy of India, Paris as Counsellor (Space). Contributed to enhancement of bilateral relations between India and France in Space. Participated in UNCOPUOS sessions at Vienna. Interacted with space agencies of Europe, Germany and UK.
2017–2021: Served as Officer on Special Duty at DoS Branch Secretariat, New Delhi. Interacted with other Departments on Space applications, satellite utilization and export control issues. Cabinet approvals for Human spaceflight programme, GSLV MK III operationalization and PSLV flights were granted during the period. 2021-2022: Served as Group Director, Biomedical Research, Crew Administration and Training Group at HSFC. Astronaut Training Facility was established and commissioned.
2022-2024: Director of the Directorate of Human Spaceflight Programme at ISRO HQ. Responsible for crew selection, training, national/international collaboration and programme management for Gaganyaan.