Our research

Our work spans mushroom cultivation, mycelium materials and product formulation. Through Fungitech's research collaborations and Australian formulation work, we continue building knowledge across these three areas.

Ganoderma cultivation

Sarawak Biodiversity Centre

Fungitech collaborates with the Sarawak Biodiversity Centre on Ganoderma research. The programme includes cultivation work in a purpose-built greenhouse on the Centre's grounds.

This ongoing collaboration explores Ganoderma, also known as Lingzhi or Reishi, and its cultivation.

Inside the Ganoderma research greenhouse at Sarawak Biodiversity Centre.
Inside the Ganoderma research greenhouse at Sarawak Biodiversity Centre.

A closer look at our SBC research

Mycelium materials

Universiti Teknologi MARA, Pulau Pinang

Memorandum of Agreement signing at UiTM Pulau Pinang.
Memorandum of Agreement signing at UiTM Pulau Pinang.

Our collaboration with UiTM Pulau Pinang focuses on mycelium-based materials for packaging and composite applications. It is formalised through a Memorandum of Agreement.

This research connects with MycoPack, our sister brand under Fungitech Group, which develops mushroom-based packaging.

Selected publication

Natural coatings for mycelium-based materials

Plain-language study overview

Progress in Organic Coatings · 2024 · Volume 196 · Article 108763

Authors: Ahmad Farrahnoor, Nurul Afifah Ahmad Sazali, Hamid Yusoff and Boey Tze Zhou.

The study examines beeswax and coconut oil coatings and their effects on the structure, degradation and water-barrier properties of mycelium-based composites.

Laboratory materials research.

Formulated in Australia

Fungitech Australia Pty Ltd, Sydney

TYGRON® is formulated in Australia by our Sydney-based team. The formulation work brings together ingredient selection and product development for our Tiger Milk Mushroom sachets.

Formulation takes place in Australia; manufacturing takes place in Malaysia.

Research continues

We continue exploring mushroom cultivation, materials and product development through our research collaborations and formulation work.

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