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Scientists grow sustainable, self-cleaning clothing from living mushrooms

The Optimist Daily
Scientists grow sustainable, self-cleaning clothing from living mushrooms

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Researchers at the Shenzhen Institutes of Advanced Technology have developed an innovative, biodegradable fabric grown from the Cordyceps militaris fungus. This breakthrough material offers a self-cleaning, eco-friendly alternative to traditional textiles, paving the way for a more sustainable fashion industry.

Researchers at the Shenzhen Institutes of Advanced Technology have developed an innovative, biodegradable fabric grown from the Cordyceps militaris fungus. This breakthrough material offers a self-cleaning, eco-friendly alternative to traditional textiles, paving the way for a more sustainable fashion industry.

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