The bio-engineered protein cookies could eventually sustain astronauts during multi-year deep space voyages.
In an unbelievable feat of modern bio-engineering backed by the NASA Deep Space Food Challenge, a team of innovative researchers has successfully turned hazardous plastic waste into edible, nutrient-dense cookies. By introducing specialized, genetically tailored yeast strains to processed PET plastics and raw agricultural waste, scientists created a rich mixture of proteins and healthy fats. Dubbed “µBites,” these extraordinary 3D-printed treats represent a massive milestone in developing sustainable life-support recycling infrastructure for long-duration interstellar travel.
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