Engineered Yeast Transforms Plastic and Agricultural Waste into Edible Ingredients

Scientists have engineered yeast to convert PET plastic and agricultural waste into protein-rich ingredients for 3D-printed 'µBites' cookies, with support from NASA's Deep Space Food Challenge. This innovative system produces proteins, fats, vitamins, and flavorings from waste materials. The breakthrough offers potential solutions for plastic pollution, food insecurity, and sustainable nutrition in challenging environments, including future deep-space missions.