iss068e036904 (Jan. 4, 2022) — NASA astronaut and Expedition 68 Flight Engineer Josh Cassada works in the International Space Station’s Harmony module on the BioNutrients-2 investigation that uses genetically engineered microbes to provide nutrients, and potentially other compounds and pharmaceuticals, on demand in space.
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NASA’s Synthetic Biology Project is turning to the 3D printing experts in the GrabCAD community for ideas and/or designs that could lead to the ability to reuse and recycle small scale bioreactors to reduce the mass and volume requirements for deep space missions. Ideally, designs that could be printed using a 3D printer, using recyclable plastics, or a design using cleanable and reusable materials can be created.
Award: $7,000 in total prizes
Open Date: December 2, 2024
Close Date: February 24, 2025
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