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Astronauts could mine asteroids for food someday, scientists say
By Samantha Mathewson published
Material harvested from asteroids could be used to sustain astronauts during long-duration space missions.
Artemis 2 moon astronauts will enjoy maple cream cookies and smoked salmon thanks to Canada
By Elizabeth Howell published
The Canadian Space Agency has five menu items planned for the Artemis 2 moon mission that will lift off no earlier than September 2025.
Food in space: What do astronauts eat?
By Andrew Webb published
Reference What do astronauts eat in space? Here we explore the range of food and drink that has been consumed in space and how space gastronomy has changed over the years.
Space agriculture boldly grows food where no one has grown before
By Ajwal Dsouza, Thomas Graham published
One argument in favor of space exploration highlights benefits that help study, monitor and address serious concerns on Earth, like climate change and food production.
How NASA tech helped make your Thanksgiving food safe (and your family Zoom sessions, too)
By Samantha Mathewson published
Space technology and prepared foods developed for astronauts will also help keep Americans safe this Thanksgiving, as many prepare for a socially distanced meal.
Duckweed is an incredible, radiation-fighting astronaut food — and by changing how it is grown, we made it better
By Barbara Demmig-Adams published
When room and supplies are limited — like during space travel — you need to optimize for a different set of goals to meet the needs of the people you are trying to feed.
For Astronauts on Mars, the Veggie of the Day May Be Asparagus
By Meghan Bartels published
Take it or leaf it: Mars won't offer the sort of veggie options on display at your neighborhood supermarket.
What's for Dinner with Aliens? Plan a Feast for All of E.T.'s Senses
By Meghan Bartels published
If you want to share a meal with an alien, you may have to begin by broadening your definition of a meal. A lot.
Disney's New Space-Themed Restaurant Will Let You Dine Like an Astronaut
By Jasmin Malik Chua published
Disney's Epcot theme park in Florida is opening its first space-themed restaurant.
Breakfast in Deep Space: NASA Developing Tasty Bars for Future Missions
By Samantha Mathewson published
Whereas astronauts on the International Space Station get to feast on turkey and candied yams this Thanksgiving, deep-space travelers on NASA's future Orion mission may chow down on retro food bars.
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