NASA Eyes Radiation-Feeding Fungus from Chernobyl for Space Travel
Researchers have discovered a black mold in Chernobyl that feeds on radiation, using a process called radiosynthesis, which could be harnessed for space radiation shielding, waste recycling, and supporting long-term space missions. NASA and other space agencies are exploring its potential to protect astronauts and reduce mission costs by growing this fungus in space.