News dated
On 14 September, NASA announced twelve new investigations: six into space crops and six into astronaut physiology. [1]
Agricultural topics include dwarf tomatoes, plant-microbe interactions and resistance to drought. [1]
These are selected projects, not experimental findings. Once fully implemented, funding will exceed $7 million across fiscal years 2026–2030. [1]
The bright side
The selection supports knowledge needed to produce food during future exploration. [1]
Straight from the source.
- New Crops, Health Research Proposals to Help NASA Advance Exploration NASA · 14 Sept 2026
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