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"Fungus: The Future of Eco-Friendly Construction Materials"

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Source: Interesting Engineering
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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:sciencescience-and-technology#construction-industry#eco-friendly-materials#fungus#mycocrete#science-and-technology#sustainable-building
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  1. Scientists use fungus to create eco-friendly construction materials  Interesting Engineering
  2. Fungi spores and knitting combine to make a durable and sustainable building material  Popular Science
  3. Fungus-based "mycocrete" may find use in more sustainable construction  New Atlas
  4. Mycocrete: New material made of fungi hopes to replace concrete in construction projects  Earth.com
  5. Scientists knit futuristic eco-building designs using fungal networks  Phys.org
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