LONDON, UK – March 12, 2021 – Kernel Mycofood Corp (“Kernel” or the “Company”), a leading biotech company dedicated to advancing the intersection of technology and biology to address some of the most critical challenges facing our planet, has forged a new partnership with the UND Human Spaceflight Laboratory to explore the potential of Mycofood in space-related applications. This collaboration is timed strategically as Kernel prepares to supply Mycofood™ to an analog crew during a simulated planetary mission in the NASA-sponsored Inflatable Lunar/Mars Habitat (ILMH).
Addressing one of the key challenges identified by space agencies, Kernel aims to provide flavorful and protein-rich food sources for long-duration space missions, such as those planned to Mars, which are expected to last two years or more.
Mycofood™ is poised to address a critical issue in long-duration human spaceflight providing a sustainable alternative to animal-based foods. The focus extends beyond nutrition to include maintaining a variety of textures and flavors that meet the diverse culinary expectations of Earth-based diets.
Kernel is excited to contribute to solving one of the most significant challenges in space exploration—nourishing astronauts sustainably. With its comprehensive nutritional profile and versatility, Kernel’s Mycofood™ is ideally suited for future space missions.
While the primary goal of this partnership is to address space industry-specific challenges, the implications extend to terrestrial applications as well. The technology developed could revolutionize disaster relief efforts by providing a rapid, complete source of nutrients from simple materials, representing a transformative approach to emergency food supply.
About Kernel Mycofood Corp
Kernel Mycoffod Corp is at the forefront of biotechnological innovation, dedicated to advancing the intersection of technology and biology to address some of the most critical challenges facing our planet. Founded with the vision to revolutionize food systems and material production, Kernel leverages cutting-edge advancements in artificial intelligence, robotics, and bioprocessing to create sustainable solutions that are not only viable but vital for the future.
