Submitted by Gari_305 t3_ym075w in Futurology
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PasswordisP4ssword t1_iv144iw wrote
It's really just a single celled protein combined with synthetic aminos, vitamins, and minerals. Everything the body needs.
FuturologyBot t1_iv179ep wrote
The following submission statement was provided by /u/Gari_305:
From the Article
>The scientists believe that 3D-food printing technologies could be used to make custom meals for astronauts utilizing these modified yeast cells.
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>Imagine food, rather like sushi or lasagna, where each layer presents a different color, taste and texture. Or a compact protein-like bar that tastes and smells exactly like banana.
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>The innovative food system will also contribute to the circular economy, with the engineered foods leaving little to no waste for space travelers while maximizing food production capabilities off-Earth.
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Ricta90 t1_iv1ce3u wrote
Oh no, it doesn’t have "everything the body needs."
jackdowland t1_iv4al45 wrote
We'll probably need this to feed humans on Earth soon enough, tbh.
msubasic t1_iv4fj6m wrote
Wasn't this a line from the Matrix for some porridge like thing they ate?
Kunama_Namadgi t1_iv56w3r wrote
If it can be done cheaply and on scale why not use it on earth too in times of need?
Gari_305 OP t1_iv11vut wrote
From the Article
>The scientists believe that 3D-food printing technologies could be used to make custom meals for astronauts utilizing these modified yeast cells.
>
>Imagine food, rather like sushi or lasagna, where each layer presents a different color, taste and texture. Or a compact protein-like bar that tastes and smells exactly like banana.
>
>The innovative food system will also contribute to the circular economy, with the engineered foods leaving little to no waste for space travelers while maximizing food production capabilities off-Earth.