Lakshminath Kundanati

This study uses banana peduncle fibers and mycelium to create sustainable composites for packaging and insulation, finding optimal formulations for strength and thermal properties.

This study develops a bioink using decellularized small intestinal submucosa to create a printable scaffold that promotes collagen organization for tympanic membrane regeneration.

This study evaluates myco-composites made from Ganoderma species and lignocellulosic waste, finding that substrate type affects density, shrinkage, and chemical structure.

This study develops a tunable hydrogel combining caprine-derived dECM and DAS for tissue engineering, showing improved mechanical properties and hemocompatibility.

This study evaluates mycelium-based biocomposites as a sustainable alternative to plastic foam for packaging, showing they can be engineered with Young's modulus 1-3 MPa and are biodegradable.

The paper analyzes the mechanics of wood boring by beetle mandibles, showing how their shape and material properties enable efficient wood fracturing and chip generation.

This study examines the morphology and mechanical properties of dragonfly nymph mouthparts, revealing a complex grasping mechanism with sensory capabilities for prey capture.