Research Topic: mycelium materials

Biobased Materials from Microbial Biomass and Its Derivatives

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This review explores how scientists are creating environmentally friendly materials using microorganisms like yeast, fungi, and bacteria instead of petroleum. These microbial-based materials can form flexible films suitable for food packaging and other applications. They are biodegradable, renewable, and can even be made from waste products generated by brewing and other industries. This approach offers a sustainable solution to plastic pollution while supporting a circular economy.

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Strongest untreated mycelium materials produced by Schizophyllum commune dikaryons

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Researchers found that mushroom mycelium grown from dikaryotic strains (with two nuclei) produces stronger, stiffer materials than traditional monokaryon strains used in mycelium-based products. These dikaryotic materials show tensile strength values comparable to some polymers, making them promising for creating sustainable alternatives to leather and textiles. The improved strength comes from differences in cell wall composition and lower expression of a hydrophobin gene, offering new possibilities for bio-based material development.

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Mycelial Beehives of HIVEOPOLIS: Designing and Building Therapeutic Inner Nest Environments for Honeybees

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Scientists created experimental beehives made from living mushroom mycelium (the root structure of mushrooms) combined with 3D-printed scaffolds. These hives are designed to keep bees warmer while providing natural antimicrobial compounds that protect them from diseases. The research combines digital design technology with biology to create homes that mimic the natural tree cavities where wild honeybees live, potentially making them healthier and more resilient to climate change and diseases.

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Binder Jetting 3D Printing of Biomass–Fungi Composite Materials: A Preliminary Experimental Study

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Scientists have developed a new 3D printing method to create environmentally-friendly materials made from agricultural waste and fungi. Instead of using traditional plastic materials that take years to decompose, these biomass-fungi composites break down naturally. The new binder jetting printing process is faster and more precise than previous methods, making it more practical for manufacturing products like packaging, furniture, and building materials.

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Binder Jetting 3D Printing of Biomass–Fungi Composite Materials: A Preliminary Experimental Study

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Researchers developed a new 3D printing method called binder jetting to create eco-friendly materials made from agricultural waste and fungi. The fungi’s root-like structures naturally bind plant particles together, creating a biodegradable alternative to plastic. This method produces complex shapes with better precision than previous techniques and could revolutionize sustainable manufacturing for packaging and furniture.

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Strongest untreated mycelium materials produced by Schizophyllum commune dikaryons

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Scientists have developed a new method to produce exceptionally strong mushroom-based materials by using dikaryotic strains of Schizophyllum commune instead of monokaryotic strains. These new materials achieved record-breaking strength of 47 MPa, making them stronger than existing mycelium materials while maintaining flexibility. The enhanced strength comes from differences in cell wall composition and lower expression of a specific gene that normally affects material density. This breakthrough could lead to improved fungal-based alternatives for leather and textiles.

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Harmonizing Nature, Education, Engineering and Creativity: An Interdisciplinary Educational Exploration of Engineered Living Materials, Artistry and Sustainability Using Collaborative Mycelium Brick Construction

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Middle-school students created artistic structures from mycelium (mushroom) materials, learning science, engineering, and art simultaneously. Students designed clay forms, cast them in plaster, filled the molds with mycelium mixture, and watched the living material grow into interconnected sculptures. This hands-on project taught students about sustainable materials, three-dimensional thinking, and teamwork while revealing significant gaps in their understanding of ecology and environmental concepts.

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