NeurAstra
/A Deep Dive into Science, Nature & Space
As we embrace a new age of exploration and discovery, NeurAstra is driven by the study of how environments shape life—and how life, in turn, adapts and thrives in the most unexpected places.
Who We Are
Situated in the French and Swiss Alps, NeurAstra is an independent science organisation bringing together experts in diverse fields, such as biology, medicine, engineering, history, and geography. Together, we aim to develop innovative projects to investigate and showcase human adaptability in remote and extreme environments on Earth—and beyond. Our mission seeks to bridge the gap between terrestrial life and the cosmic realm through exploration, innovation, and collaboration.
What We Do
NeurAstra’s work is structured around several initiatives, called SYSTEMS, which embrace observation and research through diverse lenses: theoretical and empirical, scientific and philosophical, historical and artistic. Beyond its core research activities, NeurAstra is also committed to fostering knowledge-sharing and inspiring science enthusiasts of all ages through educational programmes and creative endeavours. By sparking conversations and connecting disciplines, we aim to push the boundaries of understanding and open new possibilities for life in extreme environments.
> Laboratory of Observation & Research
> Chemical Interplay of Science & Art
Our Vision
Questioning the origins, development, and evolution of life on Earth—and the implications for humanity’s future in space—is an inspiring endeavour. Yet it demands knowledge from a vast array of disciplines, unwavering determination, and, above all, time.
Time to ask the right questions. Time to explore in all directions. Time to make the necessary mistakes. Time to pause and reflect. Time to develop the tools and resources needed to uncover meaning. And, finally, time to craft and share the beginnings of a rough draft of answers.
It is, without a doubt, a lifetime journey.
The work of pioneering researchers throughout the centuries makes it even more apparent: science is a relentless effort—a perpetual quest for refinement and accuracy, where each answer gives rise to new questions, even when the old ones are not fully resolved.
Such an initiative may seem too ambitious, yet it is far too fascinating to ignore.
At our own scale and pace, we, Les Nouveaux Cosmiques, have embraced this challenge and set out through NeurAstra to contribute to this journey by sharing stories of exploration, discovery, and reflection.
Our workflow can be described as the following:
Observation leads to research
Research fuels exploration
Exploration inspires reflection
Reflection fosters discoveries
Discoveries create narratives
And through this self-sustaining cycle, the process is perpetually renewed and reimagined.
> /Les Nouveaux Cosmiques
> Discover Our Manifesto
> Read about our SYSTEMS
Antipodes Journal
/Exploring the Frontiers of Life and Adaptation from Earth’s Extremes to the Cosmos
As part of our mission to connect science and storytelling, we created Antipodes Journal. Through this publication, we share stories that explore the fascinating intersections of human exploration, adaptation, and evolution. Our topics range from physiology and psychology to technology, nature, and space, always with an eye on how humans push boundaries and adapt to the extraordinary.
We have chosen Substack as our storytelling platform to foster direct communication with our readers and create a community of thinkers, explorers, and enthusiasts who are as passionate as we are about the human spirit’s capacity to adapt and thrive.
Join the Journey
Ultimately, whether you are a scientist, researcher, educator, or science enthusiast who shares our passion for science, nature, and space, you can join us on this fascinating journey. All our projects encourage research, reflection, and collaboration, with various opportunities for involvement based on your motivations and interests.
