mould

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Problems with mould were first identified by infection control teams more than three years ago when they spotted that plasterboard panels had been fitted or stored in the buildings before they were fully watertight.

From BBC • Mar. 19, 2026

On Thursday, Gray told the Scottish Parliament that mould had been found in one of the closed rooms in the ward.

From BBC • Mar. 16, 2026

Hempcrete, which is made from hemp and lime, is resistant to fire, pests and mould.

From BBC • Mar. 16, 2026

Alexander Fleming discovered penicillin after mould accidentally contaminated a laboratory dish and killed surrounding bacteria.

From Science Daily • Mar. 14, 2026

At his feet, in between the creeping foliage, were dead leaves, rusty-coloured and dry on top, but packed to a damp mould just below the surface.

From "I'm the King of the Castle" by Susan Hill