Self-Repairing Buildings? Engineers Make Living Concrete in Construction Breakthrough A team of researchers has developed a living building material composed of fungal mycelium and bacteria that could revolutionize the construction industry as we know it. This innovative approach to creating self-repairing buildings has the potential to significantly reduce maintenance costs and increase the lifespan of […]
Electric trick replaces toxic acid to make miracle material for space tech, batteries
A Breakthrough in Space Tech and Battery Innovation: Non-Toxic Method for Producing MXene Researchers at TU Wien have developed a new, non-toxic method for producing MXene. The nanomaterial, known for its exceptional conductivity and strength, is a game-changer in various industries, particularly in space technology and battery production. MXene, a two-dimensional nanomaterial, has garnered significant […]
The BoF Podcast | What Happens When It’s Too Hot to Make Fashion?
Fashion Under Fire: Navigating Sustainability in a Warming World As climate change continues to wreak havoc on our planet, the fashion industry finds itself at a crossroads. With rising temperatures and extreme weather events becoming the new normal, the traditional ways of creating and consuming fashion are being called into question. At VOICES 2024, a […]