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McMaster Scientists Breed Mushrooms as a Natural Substitute for Plastic, Fabric and Other Materials
June 17, 2025

HAMILTON, Ontario, June 17 (TNSjou) -- McMaster University issued the following news:

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McMaster scientists breed mushrooms as a natural substitute for plastic, fabric and other materials

By Michelle Donovan

Scientists at McMaster University have demonstrated that natural genetic variations in a common species of mushroom can be used to create new strains capable of making customized, biodegradable replacements for fabric, plastic, packagin . . .

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