Yeast Protein ‘Silk’ Fibres

Bioengineered yeast is fermented to create proteins like those found in spider or silkworm ‘silks’, which can be spun into ‘soft yet durable’, biodegradable fibres

Uses

  • So far a developer of the technology, Bolt Threads has produced fibres which have been used to create a hat.

Potential Uses

  • Anything that uses fibres… including woven fabrics and non-woven (composites etc)?
  • Please comment below with any research, exploratory/student projects or ideas…

Processes

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