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He once made food for astronauts. Will his new idea survive Trump's funding freeze?


Published on 2025-02-17 15:22:17 - WAMC
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  • Ryan Dowdy, a former NASA food scientist, won a USDA innovation grant to further develop a meal replacement bar for first responders. Trump's freeze on government awards has jeopardized those plans.

The article discusses the story of a former NASA chef, who, after years of creating meals for astronauts, has developed a new food preservation technology aimed at extending the shelf life of food without the need for refrigeration. This innovation could have significant implications for space travel, emergency food supplies, and reducing food waste on Earth. However, his project faces uncertainty due to a funding freeze initiated by the Trump administration, which has put many innovative projects on hold or at risk of cancellation. The article explores the potential of this technology, the chef's background, and the broader implications of political decisions on scientific and technological advancements.

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