Exobiosphere
At Exobiosphere, our mission is to extend and improve life on Earth and in Space. We use microgravity as a new dimension for biology to accelerate drug discovery and unlock therapies that are very hard or even impossible to develop on Earth.
We’re building the world’s first standardized space-based high-throughput testing platform, allowing pharma and biotech partners to run automated experiments in orbit, at scale. By combining microgravity with advanced lab automation and bioinformatics, we create more physiologically relevant models, observe faster disease development, and reach enhanced 3D biology compared to standard in-vitro systems.
The goal is simple: make space a routine, essential part of the biomedical R&D pipeline so we can bring better and faster treatments to patients.
Meet the Team
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Kyle Acierno
Co-Founder & Chief Executive Officer
Kyle Acierno is a prominent leader in the space and biotech sectors, known for his transformative impact on businesses and innovation. With a Master of Space Studies (MSS), Kyle has led the opening of three global offices, recruiting and managing teams of over 100 professionals. He has driven over $100M in sales, successfully navigated four venture capital funding rounds totaling $200M, and guided a company through its IPO on the Tokyo Stock Exchange in 2023.With a global perspective gained from traveling to 110 countries and fluency in Chinese, Kyle combines international insight with strategic leadership to deliver groundbreaking results.
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Dr. Bruno Santos
Co-Founder & Director of R&D
Bruno Santos holds a PhD in Molecular Neuroscience and has over a decade of experience in translational research, with a strong focus on advancing scientific applications from the lab to real-world impact. His expertise spans stem cell and 3D organoid technologies, where he has led innovative projects to create complex tissue models for research and development. Bruno has also developed and deployed high-throughput automation systems that enhance experimental efficiency and data collection.
Outside of his scientific endeavors, Bruno is an accomplished photographer, capturing moments that showcase his creative vision and attention to detail.
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DR. OLIVIA BORGUE
Co-Founder & Director of Engineering
An accomplished expert in space systems engineering, Olivia Borgue holds a PhD in Product and Production Development for space systems engineering and brings over 8 years of hands-on experience in the field. She has contributed to the development of advanced payloads for LEO and lunar applications, highlighting her expertise in innovative space technologies. Olivia has also played a pivotal role in designing biotech payloads for the ISS, pushing the boundaries of research in microgravity environments.
Beyond her technical achievements, Olivia is also a licensed helicopter pilot, demonstrating her versatility and passion for exploration.
