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NASA-Backed Scientists Engineer Yeast to Turn Plastic Waste Into Edible Cookies

Researchers have developed a yeast-based system that converts PET plastic and agricultural waste into protein-rich, 3D-printed cookies called µBites, with potential applications for deep-space missions and food insecurity.

NASA-backed scientists turn plastic waste into edible cookies
NASA-Backed Scientists Engineer Yeast to Turn Plastic Waste Into Edible Cookies
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Researchers have developed a yeast-based system that converts PET plastic and agricultural waste into protein-rich, 3D-printed cookies called µBites, with potential applications for deep-space missions and food insecurity.