Hear from leading experts as they explore the challenges and opportunities of designing food systems for long-duration space missions, including key considerations related to astronaut health and well-being, food system integration, operational constraints, and the broader systems thinking needed for future exploration.

This practical, informational session covers where current thinking may fall short, what critical design considerations teams should account for, and how systems-level approaches can help address major gaps and bottlenecks in the future of space food.

It is especially useful for teams developing Challenge concepts, groups refining system architectures, and anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the scientific, technical, and operational factors shaping food systems for Mars and beyond.

By the end of the webinar, you should have a clearer understanding of the challenges involved in designing resilient space food systems, greater insight into systems-level approaches, and a stronger sense of how these considerations may inform competitive submissions.

Recorded live on April 16, 2026.

If you have any questions related to the Challenge, please email: Marstotable@floor23digital.com.