Mycelium Composite

A new type of composite that combine agricultural and industrial waste to create lightweight but strong bricks.

Scientists create new building material out of fungus, rice and glass

This type of material, known as a mycelium composite, uses the Trametes versicolor fungus to combine agricultural and industrial waste to create lightweight but strong bricks. It’s cheaper than synthetic plastics or engineered wood, and reduces the amount of waste that goes to landfill.

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