Matt Mickens, a NASA horticulturalist, is a pretty fun-gi! In his in-tree-guing 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. Is this episode leaf-ing you wanting more? Try out your green thumb with this NASA STEM activity: https://www.nasa.gov/stem-content/moon-munchies-educator-guide/ We’re engaging students in NASA’s exciting missions, broad range of careers, and unique opportunities. Join us as we apply science, technology, engineering, and mathematics to explore space, improve aeronautics, examine Earth, and strive to land the next humans on the Moon with the Artemis program. NASA STEM resources: https://www.nasa.gov/learning-resources/ Follow us on social media. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NASASTEMEngagement X: https://x.com/NASASTEM Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/nasa/nasa-stem/