Applying productivity and phytonutrient profile criteria in modelling species selection of microgreens as Space crops for astronaut consumption

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Long-duration missions in outer Space will require technologies to regenerate environmental resources such as air and water and to produce food while recycling consumables and waste. Plants are considered the most promising biological regenerators to accomplish these functions, due to their complementary relationship with humans. Plant cultivation for Space starts with small plant growth units to produce fresh food to supplement stowed food for astronauts’ onboard spacecrafts and orbital platforms. The choice of crops must be based on limiting factors such as time, energy, and volume. Consequently, small, fast-growing crops are needed to grow in microgravity and to provide astronauts with fresh food rich in functional compounds. Microgreens are functional food crops r

SUBMITTER: Izzo L 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10450622 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature