Optimizing a Fungal Leather Process

MycoFutures focuses on producing renewable, low-carbon materials from natural sources such as fungal mycelia. Traditional and synthetic leather (e.g. PVC) are in high demand but also have negative environmental impacts, including effects on global warming and eutrophication. MycoFutures has determined the production process for fungal-based leather material and now seek to improve their process by switching from solid state fermentation to liquid fermentation. A successful liquid fermentation process would create cost savings for the company due to increased ease of mycelial harvesting and processing.

Faculty Supervisor:

Rob Nicol

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Partner:

MycoFutures North Atlantic

Discipline:

Life Sciences

Sector:

Manufacturing

University:

Lambton College of Applied Arts and Technology

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