Characterization and Physical Properties of Mycelium Films Obtained from Wild Fungi: Natural Materials for Potential Biotechnological Applications

Enrique, César; Canché‐Escamilla, G.; Montoya, Leticia; Ramos, Antero; Duarte-Aranda, S.; Bandala, Víctor M.

doi:10.1007/s10924-021-02178-3

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“…2b), where the decomposition of proteins, lipids, chitin, and amino acids occurred. 29 Above 320 °C, a single decomposition step occurred, which indicated the pyrolysis of cellulose and hemicellulose. 30 A single decomposition step at ∼330 °C was observed in case of the PP membrane contactor, attributed to the thermal degradation of the covalent bonds within the polypropylene chains.…”

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Surface engineering of a superamphiphilic, self-growing fibrous Janus membrane prepared from mycelium

Cavalcante,

Szekely

2023

J. Mater. Chem. A

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Section: Resultsmentioning

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Surface engineering of a superamphiphilic, self-growing fibrous Janus membrane prepared from mycelium

Cavalcante,

Szekely

2023

J. Mater. Chem. A

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“…The study also reported the failure pattern of the structure at mechanical stress application and the effect of acid and basic media on the structure (Bustillos et al ., 2020). César et al . (2021) used six fungal species and developed fungal mycelium sheets characterized by their mechanical and thermal behavior.…”

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“…The uniqueness of the self-grown mycelium is their three-dimensional nanofibrous non-woven structure with highly porous nature and that will be added advantages where the moisture transport it necessary (Khamrai et al ., 2018). Based on the existing literature, it was found that the pure self-grown mycelium sheet had good tensile strength, flexibility and mechanical properties (César et al ., 2021). Researchers also used it as a wound dressing material and reported potential drug loading and releasing capacity.…”

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“…As far as these properties are considered, the fungal species also plays an important role in deciding the characteristics of the resulting material. Each species has its own hyphal network and physio-mechanical behaviors which are the foundations of growth of a self-grown mycelium sheet (César et al ., 2021). The ability of self-grown mycelium to be tuned according to the growing medium or substrate shows possibility of producing a pliable textile product.…”

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Mycelium as sustainable textile material – review on recent research and future prospective

Rathinamoorthy

Bharathi

Snehaa

et al. 2023

IJCST

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PurposeMycelium is an upcoming bio-based alternative material that has various applications in different industries. Mycelium materials used as composites, leather, construction materials and some are even available for commercial purposes. However, there was not much research found when it came to the application of mycelium as a textile alternative. The purpose of this paper is to examine the potential of mycelium in the textile industry and its possible applications.Design/methodology/approachThis review consolidates literature that refers the two major methods used in fungal mycelium production namely; as a composite and as a pure self-grown mycelium sheet. The study compared the current research status in this respective field and reported the scope in the pure mycelium development.FindingsThe results of the review reported that several research works are performed in composite production with different feedstock. The production methods and product development steps were well established for several applications from home utilities to construction materials. Whereas, in the case of self-grown mycelium sheet production only limited research works were found. Though the possibilities of engineered composite sheets are developed with various properties, research on self-grown pure mycelium sheets are at infant stage. Sensitive production methods, lower tensile, tearing, poor handle properties with brittle structure and non-uniformity in thickness are noted as limitations. Sustainable nature, self-grown three-dimensional nano-fibril network with porous structure are found to be advantageous.Originality/valueThe solid culture method was identified as a potential method to develop a sheet-like self-grown mycelium with different dimensions. The review results clearly show the lack of research in the direct application of self-grown pure mycelium area concerning feedstock material, fungal species selection and characterization of the developed product. Addressing the existing limitations will yield a sustainable textile material for fashion and textile industry with great potential.

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“…After the growth phase the fungal biomass is harvested. In the case of liquid static cultures, a sheet of mycelium is harvested that has formed at the water–air interface [ 25 , 26 ]. In contrast, total mycelium is separated from the spent medium by filtration or centrifugation from liquid shaken or bioreactor cultures resulting in a “pulp” of biomass.…”

Section: Fungal Materialsmentioning

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Risk assessment of fungal materials

Brandhof

Wösten

2022

Fungal Biol Biotechnol

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Sustainable fungal materials have a high potential to replace non-sustainable materials such as those used for packaging or as an alternative for leather and textile. The properties of fungal materials depend on the type of fungus and substrate, the growth conditions and post-treatment of the material. So far, fungal materials are mainly made with species from the phylum Basidiomycota, selected for the mechanical and physical properties they provide. However, for mycelium materials to be implemented in society on a large scale, selection of fungal species should also be based on a risk assessment of the potential to be pathogenic, form mycotoxins, attract insects, or become an invasive species. Moreover, production processes should be standardized to ensure reproducibility and safety of the product.

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Characterization and Physical Properties of Mycelium Films Obtained from Wild Fungi: Natural Materials for Potential Biotechnological Applications

Cited by 14 publications

References 41 publications

Surface engineering of a superamphiphilic, self-growing fibrous Janus membrane prepared from mycelium

Surface engineering of a superamphiphilic, self-growing fibrous Janus membrane prepared from mycelium

Mycelium as sustainable textile material – review on recent research and future prospective

Risk assessment of fungal materials

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