Matt Mickens, a NASA horticulturalist, is a pretty fungi! In his intreeguing role, he researches methods for the unique challenge of growing plants in space! Learn more about how Matt uses light to influence plant growth, shape, and even taste! Matt also talks about his roots as a NASA intern and how his early days at the agency helped grow his career to new heights.

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