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The Possibility of Creating a Prototrophic Human
1:06:24 - 1:14:22 (07:57)
Dr. Andrew Rader discusses the concept of creating a prototrophic human that would be able to produce all their own amino acids and vitamins, as well as the possibility of sex in space.
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Partial gravity is necessary for long-term human habitation in space, and even a little bit of gravity is enough, according to experts.
1:06:24 - 1:08:55 (02:31)
Summary
Partial gravity is necessary for long-term human habitation in space, and even a little bit of gravity is enough, according to experts. Preparing orbital platforms with partial gravity or training in simulated partial gravity environments is crucial for space expeditions.
ChapterThe Possibility of Creating a Prototrophic Human
Episode#283 – Chris Mason: Space Travel, Colonization, and Long-Term Survival in Space
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
Humans have genes for vitamins and amino acids making, but they are not functional anymore, and thus, they need to take supplements.
1:08:55 - 1:10:43 (01:48)
Summary
Humans have genes for vitamins and amino acids making, but they are not functional anymore, and thus, they need to take supplements. Through bioreactors, fermentation, and prototrophic organisms, humans could be enabled to synthesize their required vitamins and amino acids.
ChapterThe Possibility of Creating a Prototrophic Human
Episode#283 – Chris Mason: Space Travel, Colonization, and Long-Term Survival in Space
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
This podcast discusses the possibility of creating food in our own cells, and also explores the concept of insects as a viable food source for humans.
1:10:44 - 1:11:58 (01:14)
Summary
This podcast discusses the possibility of creating food in our own cells, and also explores the concept of insects as a viable food source for humans.
ChapterThe Possibility of Creating a Prototrophic Human
Episode#283 – Chris Mason: Space Travel, Colonization, and Long-Term Survival in Space
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
As structures in space become more private and people begin to live there regularly, the possibility of sexual activity in space increases.
1:11:58 - 1:13:30 (01:32)
Summary
As structures in space become more private and people begin to live there regularly, the possibility of sexual activity in space increases. Sperm has already been sent to space and brought back for use in in vitro fertilization for humans.
ChapterThe Possibility of Creating a Prototrophic Human
Episode#283 – Chris Mason: Space Travel, Colonization, and Long-Term Survival in Space
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
Researchers are studying the molecular biology profile of astronauts before, during, and after spaceflight to gather data and learn more about social and physical interaction in space; however, there is currently no data or video footage available of regular Joes and Janes in space.
1:13:30 - 1:14:22 (00:51)
Summary
Researchers are studying the molecular biology profile of astronauts before, during, and after spaceflight to gather data and learn more about social and physical interaction in space; however, there is currently no data or video footage available of regular Joes and Janes in space.