TED: Fashion has a pollution problem -- can biology fix it? | Natsai Audrey Chieza

The video explores the potential of using biological systems, like the bacteria Coelicolor, to revolutionize material design and address environmental challenges posed by fossil fuels. It highlights the role of synthetic biology and fermentation in creating sustainable material systems, particularly in the textile industry. The speaker discusses the need to scale these biological methods for industrial use and emphasizes the importance of collaborations in developing bio-based industries. The video concludes with a call to shape a sustainable material future.

What role does Ginkgo Bioworks play in the context of the text?

Describe the significance of MycoWorks and Bolt Threads in the development of new materials.

How does the speaker envision the future of material systems in relation to ecological sustainability?

What are the ethical considerations mentioned regarding biotechnology and its impact on society?