Kai Rasmussen — Jun 17th 2018
Nearly sixty-five years ago, in 1954, NASA biologist Jack Myers was one of the first scientists to test algae (Chlorella) for oxygen production and recycling of carbon dioxide. A pioneer of astrobotany, he theorized that algae could be an essential part of a bioregenerative life support system. This was one of the earliest examples of… Read More
Kai Rasmussen — May 27th 2018
It’s fairly common knowledge: where you grow a plant makes all the difference. Botanists, gardeners, and farmers alike have worked for thousands of years to perfect plant growth in any environment. From the fields of the Midwestern United States to the arid climate of the Middle East, humans will grow plants wherever they’re needed. And… Read More
Kai Rasmussen — May 8th 2018
Did you fellas hear? The Dragon has returned to Earth. The SpaceX Dragon spacecraft has returned with its latest loot haul from the International Space Station. And it came back with some fresh grass clippings. The Dragon successfully touched down over the weekend with a load of science experiments ready for researchers. Of importance to… Read More
Kai Rasmussen — May 3rd 2018
Target, Budweiser, and now… Tupperware joins the list of companies ready to do their part for the field of astrobotany. Yes, you read that right, it’s everyone’s favorite container brand! Meal prepping goes to space. Alas, it’s not Tupperware containers, but rather a sophisticated piece of equipment called the Passive Orbital Nutrient Delivery System (PONDS). … Read More
Kai Rasmussen — Apr 26th 2018
Last year, the Center for the Advancement of Science in Space (CASIS) announced the ISS Cotton Sustainability Challenge, supported by Target. With a focus on making cotton production more sustainable, select labs across the country have been tasked with making these experiments a reality. The astrobotany.com team is excited to hear that the University of… Read More
Kai Rasmussen — Mar 14th 2018
This week we introduce everyone’s favorite vector: gravity!
Kai Rasmussen — Mar 7th 2018
This week I had the pleasure of interviewing the esteemed spaceflight plant biologist Dr. Simon Gilroy!!
Kai Rasmussen — Feb 21st 2018
Kai Rasmussen — Feb 19th 2018
Today is officially the one year anniversary of astrobotany.com. When I started this website a little over a year ago, I had no idea what direction it would take. I’m proud to say that we’ve hit many major milestones. Let’s take a look back at one year of the best website on the internet. Stats… Read More
Kai Rasmussen — Feb 9th 2018