Recent Advances in the Intellectual Property Landscape of Filamentous Fungi
This research examines how companies and researchers are protecting their innovations in fungal technology through patents. The study reveals growing interest in using fungi for sustainable solutions across many industries. Impact on everyday life includes: • Development of new meat alternatives and protein sources from fungi • Creation of sustainable, biodegradable materials to replace plastics • Improved methods for treating wastewater and environmental pollution • Production of natural food additives and flavors • Development of new medicines and pharmaceutical compounds