Astronauts Use Bacteria and Fungi to Harvest Metals in Space
Universe Today • 3/8/2026
Summary
Astronauts are utilizing bacteria and fungi to harvest metals in space. Microbes are essential for deep space exploration, as they are present on and in human bodies, surfaces, and food. Understanding their reactions to space conditions is important for future endeavors in space exploration.
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52d
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Recency Multiplier0% (0.5^1240/48)
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