"Scientists Discover 'Desert-Dwelling Bacteria Paint' that Could Make Martian Air Breathable"
Scientists at the University of Surrey have developed a new "bacteria paint" that contains oxygen-producing bacteria, which could potentially make the air on Mars breathable for humans. The paint, called "green living paint," contains bacteria that can produce oxygen and capture carbon dioxide, similar to plants. These bacteria, known as photosynthetic Chroococcidiopsis, are capable of surviving in extreme environments and require very little water. The paint could be used to create livable conditions on Mars and aid in colonization efforts.