Goodbye to concrete as we know it: welcome to living bricks that repair themselves

Montana State University researchers have developed a new type of lightweight, bone-like material using fungus and bacteria that can self-repair and potentially replace part of the concrete used in construction. This engineered living material, which stays alive for at least a month, could help reduce CO2 emissions in the construction industry. While still in the experimental phase, this innovation offers a promising alternative to conventional concrete, which is a significant source of planet-heating pollution.