"Fungus: The Future of Eco-Friendly Construction Materials"
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Scientists have developed a method to grow eco-friendly building materials using knitted molds and the root network of fungi. The team at Newcastle University has created a composite called 'mycocrete' that is stronger and more versatile in shape and form, offering a greener alternative for the construction industry.
Topics:science#construction-industry#eco-friendly-materials#fungus#mycocrete#science-and-technology#sustainable-building
- Scientists use fungus to create eco-friendly construction materials Interesting Engineering
- Fungi spores and knitting combine to make a durable and sustainable building material Popular Science
- Fungus-based "mycocrete" may find use in more sustainable construction New Atlas
- Mycocrete: New material made of fungi hopes to replace concrete in construction projects Earth.com
- Scientists knit futuristic eco-building designs using fungal networks Phys.org
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