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New Crops, Health Research Proposals to Help NASA Advance Exploration
NASA has selected 12 new research investigations focused on food production and astronaut health to support human space exploration.
Why it matters
These studies help ensure astronauts can grow their own food and maintain their health during long-term missions to the Moon and Mars.
The big picture
This biological and health research supports the broader goals of lunar and Mars exploration mentioned in the Artemis Accords.
The details
Six studies focus on 'Space Crops,' including edible plants and algal genes, while six 'Precision Health' studies examine radiation, lunar dust, and repurposed drugs. The research involves investigators from 10 institutions across eight states and aims to develop early-warning health detection systems.
What's next
Grant money exceeding $7 million will be awarded throughout fiscal years 2026-2030.
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Jannell Bazurto works at University of Minnesota
Jannell Bazurto, University of Minnesota
Miranda Haus works at Michigan State University
Miranda Haus, Michigan State University
Andrew Settles works at NASA Ames Research Center
Andrew Settles, NASA Ames Research Center
Christopher Taylor works at Ohio State University
Christopher Taylor, Ohio State University
Robert VanBuren works at Michigan State University
Robert VanBuren, Michigan State University
Shuyang Zhen works at Texas A&M AgriLife Research
Shuyang Zhen, Texas A&M AgriLife Research
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Archana Dhasarathy works at University of North Dakota
Archana Dhasarathy, University of North Dakota
Andrij Holian works at University of Montana
Andrij Holian, University of Montana
Mert Gur works at University of Pittsburgh
Mert Gur, University of Pittsburgh
Grace O'Connell works at University of California
Grace O'Connell, University of California
Satoshi Okawa works at University of Pittsburgh
Satoshi Okawa, University of Pittsburgh
Sanghee Yun works at The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
Sanghee Yun, Ph.D., The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
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