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The treatment process uses viruses known as bacteriophages to feed on and remove bacteria from faecal sludge. Common fungi, such as Basidiomycetes, Rhizopus, Aspergillus niger, and Aspergillus flavus, are then introduced to the remaining solid waste, which functions as a growth medium to cultivate mycelia, the root-like structure of the fungi. Toilet paper in the sludge functions as a carbon source for mycelial growth. After 72 to 120 hours, 10 litres of sludge can produce 500 grams of mycelia for harvest. The ‘Myco’ in the innovation’s name denotes mycelia-based material.

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The Myco-Substitutes technology, which is in pre-pilot phase, produces between one and five balls of yarn a day. This is dependent on factors including the fungal species used, available space, and the availability of giant milkweed.

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Imoro and his team receive faecal sludge (faeces, toilet paper and black water) from wastewater treatment plants for treatment and processing into the growth medium for mycelia cultivation. They analyse it for bacteriophages, which are isolated and cultivated over 72 hours before being added back to the sludge where they kill bacteria present

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Mycelial threads are used to create an alternative to cotton or synthetic thread for the garment industry. The leather-like fungi mycelia (an alternative to animal hide) is grown in 500 mm x 500 mm sheets for tanning and making bags, belts, and shoes. The strength of cowhide can be achieved by combining several sheets of mycelial leather. The threads are straightened and combined using natural latex and fibre from the Calotropis procera (giant milkweed) and cotton from the Kapok tree when additional strength is required. The mycelia in combination with the giant milkweed fibre are spun into a yarn with a mass similar to cotton.

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Sample Preparation 90%

Result Accuracy 95%

Lab Equipments 90%

Dr. Abubakari Zarouk Imoro

(Lead)

Department of Environment, Water and Waste Engineering, University for Development Studies

Environmental Technologist

Ghanaian environmental technologist Abubakari Zarouk Imoro led the creation of Myco-Substitutes in response to the health risks of informal toilets and dumping of faecal sludge.

Mr. Nana Aboagye Acheampong

Department of Microbiology, University for Development Studies

Engr. Dr. Ato Fanyin-Martin

Department of Chemical and Petrochemical Engineering, University of Mines and Technology

Rev. Engr. Dr. Johannes Ami

Department of Chemical and Petrochemical Engineering, University of Mines and Technology

Dr. Christiana Cudjoe Dapuliga

Department of Theoretical and Applied Biology, Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology

Our expert team of scientists and engineers transforms faecal sludge into sustainable products, including mycelia-based fabrics, leather alternatives, biochar, and briquettes, fostering a zero-waste approach. We aim to enhance sanitation, support local economies, and contribute to sustainable development goals by delivering eco-friendly solutions.

Tamale, Northern Region, Ghana

+233-24 294 3931

info@myco-substitutes.com

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