2018-07-072018-07-072018-07-08ICES_2018_252http://hdl.handle.net/2346/74202Oscar Monje, ESC / Air Revitalization LabICES500: Life Science/Life Support Research TechnologiesThe 48th International Conference on Environmental Systems was held in Albuquerque, New Mexico, USA on 08 July 2018 through 12 July 2018.Hybrid life support systems combining physico-chemical processes with plants and algae are needed to support larger crew sizes than those found on ISS for enabling the development of a vibrant cislunar economy. The use of photosynthetic organisms is essential because they can make use of freely available solar radiation. Recycling inedible biomass produced by plants and algae involves closing the carbon loop of life support systems.enghybrid life supportcarbon loopplants and algaePresentation