Living Fabric That Grows and Changes | Science News

Scientists have engineered a living, fungal fabric that can regrow itself and even change color or offer UV protection—thanks to embedded microbes. Unlike traditional mycelium materials, this one stays alive and adaptable, promising self-renewing textiles and future uses like air purification. While experts caution it’s not a silver bullet for fashion’s waste problem, the tech opens doors to programmable, nature-tech materials that could reshape everyday life. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/8d9e16e7721930b1