Recent advances in the construction of biocomposites based on fungal mycelia

Li, Ké; Jia, Jianyao; Wu, Na; Xu, Qing

doi:10.3389/fbioe.2022.1067869

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“…Mycelium composites are an emerging class of cheap and environmentally sustainable materials experiencing increasing research interest for diverse applications, such as bovine leather and its substitutes, synthetic foams for packaging, insulation, and textiles, as well as high-performance paper-like materials [ 20 , 36 ]. Previous studies showed considerable promise in the fabrication of various materials using fungal mycelium.…”

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“…Previous studies showed considerable promise in the fabrication of various materials using fungal mycelium. Nonetheless, some of these approaches face major obstacles, including the high-temperature processing steps and heavy reliance on strong chemical treatments during processing [ 20 , 36 ], leading to the death of living cells. Moreover, cells were required to be killed under certain circumstances, such as in food preservation.…”

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“…The properties of material can be altered by selecting different types of fungi, changing the growing conditions, and using a final processing method to confer the material with a specific property (e.g. structural support, acoustic and thermal insulation) (Haneef et al, 2017 ; Li et al, 2022 ). Several companies such as MOGU (MOGU, 2023 ) and Grown.bio (Grown.Bio, 2023 ) are now selling these materials commercially for packaging, home insulation, soundproofing and as attractive interior panels for sustainable home design.…”

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Towards the microbial home: An overview of developments in next‐generation sustainable architecture

Armstrong

2023

Microbial Biotechnology

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Disruptive innovation is needed to raise the threshold of sustainable building performance, so that our buildings improve on net zero impacts and have a life-promoting impact on the natural world. This article outlines a new approach to next-generation sustainable architecture, which draws on the versatile metabolisms of microbes as a platform by incorporating microbial technologies and microbially produced materials into the practice of the built environment. The regenerative architecture arising from these interventions includes a broad range of advances from using new materials, to creating bioreceptive surfaces that promote life, and providing green, bio-remediating energy from waste. Such innovations are presently reaching the marketplace as novel materials like Biocement® with lower embodied carbon than conventional materials that adopt microbially facilitated processes, and as novel utilities like PeePower® that transforms urine into electrical energy and bioreactor-based building systems such as the pioneering BIQ building in Hamburg. While the field is still young, some of these products (e.g. mycelium biocomposites) are poised for uptake by the public-private economic axis to become mainstream within the building industry. Other developments are creating new economic opportunities for local maker communities that empower citizens and catalyse novel vernacular building practices. In particular, the activation of the microbial commons by the uptake of microbial technologies and materials through daily acts of living, 'democratises' resource harvesting (materials and energy) in ways that sustain life, and returns important decisions about how to run a home back to citizens. This disruptive move re-centres the domestic-commons economic axis to the heart of society, setting the stage for new vernacular architectures that support increasingly robust and resilient communities.

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“…Addressing these limitations is crucial to unlocking the full potential of MBCs and promoting their wide applications across industries. To address these drawbacks and unlock the full potential of MBCs, many researchers and innovators have been inventing various approaches for improving the properties of MBCs [12][13][14]. Previously, the properties of MBCs were improved by applying a suitable substrate type, fungal species, and fabrication technology [15].…”

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Improving the Physical and Mechanical Properties of Mycelium-Based Green Composites Using Paper Waste

Teeraphantuvat,

Jatuwong,

Jinanukul

et al. 2024

Polymers

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The growing demand for environmentally friendly and sustainable materials has led to the invention of innovative solutions aiming to reduce negative impacts on the environment. Mycelium-based green composites (MBCs) have become an alternative to traditional materials due to their biodegradability and various potential uses. Although MBCs are accepted as modern materials, there are concerns related to some of their physical and mechanical properties that might have limitations when they are used. This study investigates the effects of using paper waste to improve MBC properties. In this study, we investigated the physical and mechanical properties of MBCs produced from lignocellulosic materials (corn husk and sawdust) and mushroom mycelia of the genus Lentinus sajor-caju TBRC 6266, with varying amounts of paper waste added. Adding paper waste increases the density of MBCs. Incorporating 20% paper waste into corn husks led to the enhancement of the compression, bending, and impact strength of MBCs by over 20%. Additionally, it was also found that the MBCs produced from corn husk and 10% paper waste could help in reducing the amount of water absorbed into the material. Adding paper waste to sawdust did not improve MBC properties. At the same time, some properties of MBCs, such as low tensile strength and high shrinkage, might need to be further improved in the future to unlock their full potential, for which there are many interesting approaches. Moreover, the research findings presented in this publication provide a wealth of insightful information on the possibility of using paper waste to improve MBC performance and expand their suitability for a range of applications in sustainable packaging materials and various home decorative items. This innovative approach not only promotes the efficient utilization of lignocellulosic biomass but also contributes to the development of environmentally friendly and biodegradable alternatives to traditional materials.

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Recent advances in the construction of biocomposites based on fungal mycelia

Cited by 10 publications

References 54 publications

Engineered living materials grown from programmable Aspergillus niger mycelial pellets

Engineered living materials grown from programmable Aspergillus niger mycelial pellets

Towards the microbial home: An overview of developments in next‐generation sustainable architecture

Improving the Physical and Mechanical Properties of Mycelium-Based Green Composites Using Paper Waste

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