Designing Survival Beyond Earth
May 8, 2026 · 6:00 PM GST · Guest: Aastha Jhala · Host: Theertha
Designing life beyond Earth is about how humans will live, adapt, think, move, and survive in extreme environments. This conversation explores space habitats, human-centered design, and survival systems for life on the Moon, Mars, and beyond.
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SPEAKER
Aastha Jhala
Founder & CEO, AAKA Space Studio I Space Architect · Analog Astronaut · TED Speaker
Award-winning space architect specializing in human-centric habitats for extreme environments. Led India's first space analog mission.
HOST
Theertha Roshin
Space Trainer, Lab of Future
Guides the conversation to make complex space design ideas easy to understand and connected to real future careers for students.
Discussion flow
01 - What does "living in space" really mean? : How life beyond Earth differs from movies and textbooks.
02 - Designing a home on Mars : What a real Mars habitat needs to feel safe, functional, and human.
03 - Human survival beyond technology : Why psychology, comfort, routine, and creativity matter in space.
04 - The future of space design : How space architecture shapes future missions, careers, and innovation.
05 - Student Q&A : Ask Aastha Jhala your questions directly.
Key Learning Outcomes
- What space architecture means and why it matters
- How humans may live on the Moon or Mars
- How design, science & psychology work together
- Creativity's role in extreme-environment challenges
- How space professionals think about future habitats
- Careers, innovation, and life beyond Earth
Who Should Attend
- Students aged 12–18 into space, design, or science
- Curious learners interested in Mars & Moon habitats
- Students exploring space, architecture, or engineering
- Parents supporting future-focused exploration
- Educators introducing space design to students
Ready to explore life beyond Earth?
Join this special Lab of Future podcast conversation. Limited spots available.