For the first time, scientists found a way to produce a novel material out of wood and a bioluminescent fungus. They made wood that glows bright green. Fungal researchers from Empa’s Cellulose & Wood ...
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What Happens to a Tree That Dies in a Forest?

Though no one may be around to hear when a tree falls in the forest, countless critters take note. Dormant fungi within the ...
The differences between black mold and wood rot may seem minimal at first glance. Both occur on wood surfaces as a result of exposure to excess moisture, and both can spread if not treated quickly.
Do you have wood rot happening at your home? It’s a very common problem, and it’s getting worse each year, in my opinion, because new lumber is more susceptible to rot, and many tradespeople are not ...
In a groundbreaking step toward sustainable technology, scientists in Switzerland have developed a fungus battery. It's a fully biodegradable, living power source made almost entirely of natural ...