Aquaculture in bio-regenerative life support systems (BLSS): Considerations

A significant amount of research has been invested into understanding the effects of including fish culture in bio-regenerative life support systems (BLSS) for long duration space habitation. While the benefits of fish culture as a sub-process for waste treatment and food production continue to be i...

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Published in:Advances in space research 2009-04, Vol.43 (8), p.1250-1255
Main Author: Gonzales, John M.
Format: Article
Language:English
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Bio-regenerative life support systems
Space habitation
Tilapia
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Summary:A significant amount of research has been invested into understanding the effects of including fish culture in bio-regenerative life support systems (BLSS) for long duration space habitation. While the benefits of fish culture as a sub-process for waste treatment and food production continue to be identified, other pressing issues arise that affect the overall equivalent system mass associated with fish culture in a BLSS. This paper is meant to provide insight into several issues affecting fish culture in a BLSS that will require attention in the future if fish meant for consumption are to be cultured in a BLSS.
ISSN:0273-1177
1879-1948
DOI:10.1016/j.asr.2009.01.034