Materials made from fungal mycelium, or the root-like structure of fungi, have become popular across industries for their affordability. However, mycelium material properties are not yet controllable. In this talk, I will discuss broad applications of fungal mycelium materials and our research efforts to understand why different fungal species exhibit different material properties. Outcomes of our work will advance rational design of mycelium materials to support economic growth in biomanufacturing.
Josie Krepps | Food Science | Wee Lab