NASA is pursuing a groundbreaking project to create habitats on the moon and Mars using mushroom-based materials, termed mycotecture, which promises affordability and safety.
The process involves sending a sealed, inflatable mold to the moon where fungal spores, algae, and water will combine to grow sturdy structures, with significant benefits for astronauts.
Maurer highlighted that mushroom materials provide effective radiation shielding, blocking over 99% compared to traditional methods, making them pivotal for safe manned missions to the moon.
Future plans include testing small-scale models on the moon by 2028, with aspirations for expansive mycotecture developments on Mars, pushing the boundaries of habitual space living.
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