# Chilean university biotechnological waste research > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/chilean-university-biotechnological-waste-research > Updated: 2026-10-23T01:47:04.000Z. Sources: 7. Developments: 2. Academic institutions in Chile are conducting research into biotechnological methods for waste valorization and the development of sustainable materials. At the Universidad Técnica Federico Santa María, researchers are developing a pilot plant to biodegrade textile waste using a bioproduct called ‘Goodbye Tex’, which consists of microorganisms, fungi, and bacteria. Concurrently, the Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso is investigating the conversion of coffee grounds into functional food ingredients or nutraceuticals through fermentation or enzymatic extraction. Additionally, the Universidad Católica del Maule is working on a project to transform organic and inorganic waste into sustainable biomaterials. This initiative utilizes fungi as binders to create products such as acoustic and thermo-acoustic insulating panels for the construction and packaging sectors. ## Timeline ### 2026-10-23: Universidad Católica del Maule develops sustainable biomaterials from fungi and waste Researchers at Universidad Católica del Maule are using fungi to transform industrial and urban waste into sustainable biomaterials for construction and packaging. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/universidad-catlica-del-maule-develops-sustainable-biomaterials-from-fungi-and-waste ### 2026-10-22: Chilean universities develop biotechnological solutions for waste valorization Chilean universities USM and PUCV are developing biotechnological methods to repurpose textile waste and coffee grounds into biodegradable materials and health-promoting nutraceuticals. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/chilean-universities-develop-biotechnological-solutions-for-waste-valorization --- Cite as: Chilean university biotechnological waste research. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/chilean-university-biotechnological-waste-research