They can pose a threat to human health — yeast infections are but one example. Scientists say not enough attention is paid to ...

According to a new study of organisms found living in NASA cleanrooms even after decontamination, a fungus called Aspergillus ...

Amid growing evidence of fungi’s key role in ecosystems and storing carbon, African scientists are championing the need to preserve ‘funga’ as much as flora and fauna ...

NASA scientists have found thatsome fungi may possess the extraordinary resilience needed to survive the grueling journey to ...

Scientists have long known that fungi are resilient, but a new study suggests that some strains might survive every step of ...

The Newfound Lake Region Association invites community members to be part of an engaging conversation about fungi at “Let’s ...

Asiya Gusa’s unconventional career path eventually led her to Cryptococcus, exploring how stress adaptation might make this ...

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The Underground Atlas, a new model of the worldwide distribution of mycorrhizal, or network-forming, fungi, shows that the fungi in these and other places need protection. Created by researchers at ...

An increasing number of fungi are becoming resistant to medication, posing serious risks for patients with weakened immune ...

According to Zhang, events like the Fermentation Festival make academia “fun.” The Hill-Maini lab, which has helped spearhead ...

Imagine ordering a truffle dish in a fancy restaurant, and you might picture pricey gourmet mushrooms from France or Italy.