Ocean Engineering and Marine Sciences Student Publications

Document Type

Poster

Publication Title

Northrop Grumman Engineering & Science Student Design Showcase

Abstract

  • In situ (on site) space crop production is vital for sustainability and dietary health of astronauts. 
  • We hypothesize that International Space Station (ISS) derived fungal isolates will stimulate plant growth and express PGP phenotypes.
  • Eleven space-viable fungi were screened via phenotypic testing to identify plant growthpromoting (PGP) activity.
  • Prior research has been conducted solely with ISS derived bacteria, while ISS fungi are unexplored, which could reveal new or improved symbiotic relationships and growth factors.

Advisor

Andrew G. Palmer

Publication Date

4-24-2026

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