Researchers in the U.K. are working on producing high-end clutches and totes made from T. rex skin grown from fossilized remains. The project aims to create sustainable and biodegradable leather that is structurally identical to traditional leather. Experts are skeptical about the feasibility and cost of producing lab-grown T. rex leather commercially.
Key Points
Researchers are attempting to grow sustainable leather from T. rex skin
The lab-grown material will be biodegradable and structurally identical to traditional leather
Experts are skeptical about the feasibility and cost of the project
Pros
Potential for creating sustainable and biodegradable leather
Exploring innovative and ethically sound solutions in the fashion industry
Cons
Feasibility and cost of producing lab-grown T. rex leather commercially is uncertain
Properties of resulting collagen are likely similar to other alternative leathers