Spanish & Portuguese Exploration | History, Goals & Impacts

Cladosporium sphaerospermum, a unique black fungus was discovered in Chernobyl that converts gamma radiation into energy. This exceptional ability which is known as radiosynthesis, allows it to survive in highly radioactive environments. This discovery is claimed to have the potential to help space exploration as well as revolutionize nuclear waste management. This fungus could be able to absorb radioactive waste, improve the safety of contaminated areas and act as natural radiation shields duri