Johns Hopkins University

Radames J B Cordero

Arturo Casadevall

Quigly Dragotakes

Raghav Vij

Described are methods including cell wall-associated melanin extraction and extracting melanin from microbes producing extracellular vesicles comprising melanin. Further described are composition comprising melanin, melanin coated articles and methods of coating an article. Uses of melanin in methods of heat generation and microwave radiation protection are also described.

Isolation of fungal melanin and uses in external radiation shielding and heat capture

Described are biocomposites comprising melanin. Uses of melanin biocomposites in methods of heat generation and radiation protection are also described. 3D printed filaments comprising melanin and methods and making and using thereof are further described.

Melanin based bio-composites for 3D printing

A cooling device according to the present invention includes a housing configured to accommodate fungi. Warm air enters the housing through an inlet located in the housing. The air flows through the housing, which holds fungi. The air exits the housing and can be driven by an exhaust fan. In some embodiments, a HEPA filter is included to purify the air and prevent dispersal of fungal spores.

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Baltimore, MD, United States of America

Radames J B Cordero