<ul><li>Researchers from Empa are exploring the potential of fungal mycelium to create a compact, biodegradable battery with 'fungal paper' electrodes.</li><li>They aim to develop a system that decomposes without releasing harmful waste by using the natural properties of mycelium from the split-gill mushroom.</li><li>The use of living materials like mycelium presents challenges such as degradation and unpredictability in electronic devices.</li><li>While the concept of biodegradable batteries is promising for sustainable electronics, refining the material to meet modern performance standards remains a significant challenge.</li></ul>

A compact biodegradable battery with fungal paper electrodes is what researchers at this university are dreaming of

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