Food in space

DNA: Scientists have grown chillies in space, how it will benefit?

Scientists had grown chillies on the International Space Station (ISS). This mission of 137 days has now been completed and a special team of scientists has returned to Earth with these peppers grown in space.

Apr 27, 2022, 00:56 AM IST

Genius approach to solve food woes of astronauts – Bake in Space to bring crumb-free bread in ISS!

The experiment will include ingredients and equipment for a German bread roll – which astronaut Alexander Gerst, who's heading to the ISS in April 2018, will carry with him.

Jun 13, 2017, 11:52 AM IST

NASA's Shane Kimbrough turns on-orbit gardener, snacks on first of multiple harvests!

On October 25, Kimbrough initiated the most recent round of the Veggie experiment and for the first time in space, all six lettuce plants are growing simultaneously.

Dec 03, 2016, 23:37 PM IST

NASA's Orion astronauts to be provided with special food bars to keep their weight in check! - Watch video

Given the distances Orion will travel, teams also must limit Orion’s mass, since a heavier spacecraft requires more fuel and energy to propel it to its ultimate destination.

Nov 23, 2016, 20:53 PM IST