In the long term, the yeast material could become an environmentally friendly alternative to plastics and other petroleum-based products, such as synthetic textiles. (IMAGE)
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Unlike traditional building materials, which are designed to last as long as possible, bio-based materials offer new ways of thinking about sustainability and material cycles. The yeast-based material is biodegradable and can return to nature after use – a key aspect of circular design.
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Chalmers University of Technology | Henrik Sandsjö
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