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The Peculiar Organisms Living on the International Space Station
2:06:14 - 2:17:52 (11:37)
Various unique organisms were discovered in the International Space Station, including the rare Acinetobacter pitii, which is usually found on human skin. These discoveries have led to discussions on the evolution of organisms living on humans and the possibility of genetically modifying them for increased resilience.
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In the far future, humans could embed chloroplasts in their skin and absorb energy from the sun as plants do.
2:06:14 - 2:10:52 (04:37)
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In the far future, humans could embed chloroplasts in their skin and absorb energy from the sun as plants do. This could result in an alternative way of acquiring energy without consuming food.
ChapterThe Peculiar Organisms Living on the International Space Station
Episode#283 – Chris Mason: Space Travel, Colonization, and Long-Term Survival in Space
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
Denalia Salinas explains how some organisms, through the production of carotenoids, create naturally pink environments, such as Lake Hillier in Australia, and how scientists search for life in odd environments like high radiation or microgravity.
2:10:52 - 2:14:05 (03:12)
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Denalia Salinas explains how some organisms, through the production of carotenoids, create naturally pink environments, such as Lake Hillier in Australia, and how scientists search for life in odd environments like high radiation or microgravity.
ChapterThe Peculiar Organisms Living on the International Space Station
Episode#283 – Chris Mason: Space Travel, Colonization, and Long-Term Survival in Space
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
Hundreds of strains of Acinetobacter pitii, a rare organism usually found in human skin, have been discovered and studied in the space station.
2:14:05 - 2:17:52 (03:46)
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Hundreds of strains of Acinetobacter pitii, a rare organism usually found in human skin, have been discovered and studied in the space station. Pseudomonas potida, a species that can survive in extreme environments was also found.