Black Fungus at Chernobyl Evolves to Consume Radiation, Aiding Space Exploration

Scientists studying fungi at Chernobyl found that a black fungus, Cladosporium sphaerospermum, evolved to tolerate and grow toward radiation, leading to experiments on the ISS suggesting it could be used as a living radiation shield for space travel, thanks to its melanin content and water-rich biomass. The study indicates potential for biological radiation protection in future space missions, though further research is needed.