Fall 2024 – PLSC 167: Growing Plants in Space

Discover the Final Frontier of Agriculture in PLSC 167!

Are you curious about how astronauts might grow their own food on Mars? Join us in PLSC167: Growing Plants in Space, where you’ll dive into the exciting challenges and opportunities of cultivating plants in space. Learn about the history of space crop production, the unique environmental stressors plants face in space, and the innovative research conducted by NASA. From food crops to flowers, this course will equip you with knowledge that could one day support long-term space missions. Enroll now and be a part of the future of space exploration!

Course Details:

  • Instructor: Dr. Qingwu Meng
  • Schedule: Fall 2024 – Tuesdays and Thursdays 9:35 AM – 10:55 AM
  • Credits: 3 credit hours
  • Prerequisites: NONE

Questions about how this course might count towards your major? Reach out to Nicole Rehbach for more information: nrehbach@udel.edu

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