There’s a push to switch from polyester to what might be perceived as more environmentally friendly or sustainable alternatives, like fibers made from the cellulose in plants. But there’s ...
Their tool? Plants and fungi. The team developed a 'soil' medium using nanoparticles of glass (silica) and a cellulose based binding agent, then allowed plants and fungi to grow roots into it.
The findings show that plants which are distressed have incredibly high-pitched popping noises, while unstressed plants do not emit noises. The study’s definition of distressed included plants that ...