Scientists successfully mine meteorites on International Space Station — using microbes Can we use fungus to mine precious metals from asteroids? Astrobitica February 20, 2026 (Last updated: February 20, 2026) 1 minute read Can we use fungus to mine precious metals from asteroids? About the Author Astrobitica Administrator Visit Website View All Posts Post navigation Previous: New generation of climate models sheds first light on long-standing Pacific puzzleNext: ‘This is really getting real.’ NASA’s Artemis 2 moon rocket fueling test went so well, astronauts could launch March 6