The visionaries, researchers, and designers pushing the boundaries of architecture beyond our planet.
A multidisciplinary crew united by a shared passion for designing humanity's future across the cosmos.
Founder | CEO | Space Architect
Arshleen Kaur is a renowned space architect, researcher, analog astronaut, and TEDx speaker with global recognition. Her expertise lies in designing lunar and Martian habitation systems, pushing the boundaries of extraterrestrial architecture. With a passion for cymatics and architectural design, she continually explores how these elements influence human well-being in space habitats. She also focuses on developing sustainable and resilient habitat systems that support long-duration space missions. As an advocate for space architecture, she frequently shares her knowledge at esteemed institutions, inspiring the next generation of innovators in the field.
Co-Founder | COO | Space Architect | Researcher
Biswajit Das is a space architect, researcher, designer, and multidisciplinary artist dedicated to advancing human space exploration through sustainable design and habitat systems. His work integrates science, art, and ancient wisdom to explore regenerative habitats, closed-loop systems, and cosmic architecture for enhancing human well-being in extreme and extraterrestrial environments. Through research, workshops, and global engagements, he actively promotes a multidisciplinary vision of space exploration, inspiring future generations to design environments beyond Earth that support harmony, resilience, and human flourishing.
Lead Aerospace & Systems Engineer | Analog Astronaut
Aagam Jain is an aerospace engineer, researcher at Arkasa, and an analog astronaut with a mission to shape the future of space exploration. As the youngest and first Indian to complete the prestigious EMMIHS lunar simulation mission at HI-SEAS, Hawaii, home to NASA’s long-duration Mars simulations, he has gained rare hands-on experience in EVA operations, habitat systems, and isolation mission protocols. His research journey includes contributions at ISRO’s Space Applications Centre (SAC) and Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC), where he worked on innovative aerospace solutions. Representing Bharat on the world stage, Aagam blends technical expertise, field simulation experience, and an unshakable vision for advancing interplanetary civilization.
Distinguished researchers, explorers, and innovators who guide and support ARKASA's mission.
Mohan Sai Akula (Amar) is an Indian space science researcher and astronaut candidate selected by Titans Space Industries, USA, for their 2029 inaugural spaceflight mission. He is India's first civilian scientist to participate in the government space analog mission Anugami-2025. A Master's scholar in Astrobiology and Space Science, his work focuses on astrobiology mission design, lunar botany, and space agriculture. He is an ISRO NSSS 2024 awardee, an Indian Ambassador for LunAres Research Station, Poland, and has represented India in two international lunar analog missions (2023 & 2024).
Ananda Padmanabhan is a space biotechnology researcher and advocate for space life sciences from India. He is currently pursuing his Master's at Julius-Maximilians-Universität Würzburg, Germany. He works with Arkasa Space Architecture Labs as a space biotechnology researcher and serves as a habitat coordinator in one of the world's largest analog research environments. His work focuses on regenerative space habitats, astrobiology, and life-support systems for future space missions.
Kristine Atienza is a public health nutritionist, innovator, and founder of the Space Nutrition Network. With over eight years of experience in food systems and public health programs, she has worked on national and international initiatives related to nutrition and food security. She is recognized as the first Filipino analog astronaut and is actively advancing research on space food systems and astronaut nutrition for long-duration missions.
Ismail El Omari is a Moroccan analog astronaut, space architect, and advocate for human space exploration. He has participated in Mars analog missions, conducting research and operational tasks in isolated environments that simulate extraterrestrial conditions. With a background in architecture and space habitats, he works to promote innovation in space design and inspires the next generation through educational initiatives such as AstroKids.
Jason Michaud is the founder and CEO of Stardust Inc., an organization dedicated to making space accessible to people around the world. With extensive experience in microgravity, lunar, and Martian flight simulations, he is actively training to become a private astronaut. Through Stardust Odyssey, he leads global collaborations with space agencies, industry leaders, and international organizations to support workforce development, analog missions, and the future of human space exploration.
Krishna Murthy is an Indian architect and the founder of Folds Design Studio, an innovative architectural practice based in Navi Mumbai. His work focuses on integrating advanced digital technologies such as AI, parametric design, and digital fabrication to create future-forward built environments. Alongside his professional practice, he is a sought-after educator and speaker who conducts workshops across India on parametric design and computational architecture. Through his work and mentorship, he continues to inspire the next generation of architects while shaping a technologically driven future for the built environment.
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