When Star Trek becomes reality: NASA to build 'universal food synthesizer' 3D printer to boldly make pizza from insects and algae! NASA is investing in a 3D printer which can create food The company behind it believe it could solve the earth's looming food shortage Meals would be made from cartridges containing carbohydrates and protein powders Insects, grass and algae could replace meat and vegetables as the main sources of our protein The kitchen of the future could see all our fancy devices – even refrigerators and ovens - replaced by a 3D printer which will create meals from cartridges...