In this episode of the podcast, Marcelo Lebre interviews Eric Lasker, Chief Revenue Officer and founding team member at Varda Space Industries. Lasker provides an overview of Varda, explaining their focus on orbital manufacturing, particularly drug formulations in microgravity, and their work on reentry technologies. He discusses the benefits of creating materials in microgravity, highlighting the ability to reorder molecules in ways not possible on Earth, which can lead to new drug formulations and improved materials. Lasker also touches on Varda's business model, which includes commercial pharma interests, work with NASA, and contracts with the Air Force to test reentry vehicles. He shares insights into the company's rapid development and first launch, emphasizing the integration of existing technologies and strategic partnerships. Finally, Lasker discusses his background, the importance of El Segundo as a location for Varda, and the company's vision for industrializing low-Earth orbit.
