Chinese Academy of Sciences researchers report that fossilized entomopathogenic fungi from mid-Cretaceous amber reveal some of the oldest direct evidence of parasitic relationships between fungi ...

Dubai has opened the world's first conservation centre dedicated exclusively to fungi. This initiative, a significant step for global biodiversity, was established in partnership with the ...

The understudied mycorrhizal fungi are vital to ecosystems and may prove critical to the survival of fragile deserts stressed by climate change.

Mycorrhizal fungi are vital to ecosystems around the world, but remain largely understudied, especially in arid regions. They may prove critical to the survival of fragile deserts stressed by ...

Zombie-ant fungi are named for their ability to manipulate the behaviour of their insect hosts. Two newly described species of ancient fungi from the age of dinosaurs are now shedding light on the ...

Could baby poop and fungi work together to tackle landfill waste? That's the idea behind a new startup that sells disposable diapers paired with fungi intended to break down the plastic.

Could baby poop and fungi work together to tackle landfill waste? That's the idea behind a new product launched by an Austin, Texas-based startup that sells disposable diapers paired with fungi ...

A new study tracks the proliferation of fungal pathogens among various climate change scenarios—and it’s not good news.

When trees and soil fungi form close associations with each other, both partners benefit. Many tree species have further enhanced this cooperation by forming a concurrent symbiosis with two ...

As conservation targets, fungi aren’t as appealing as giant pandas. But these scientists explain that the health of Earth’s fungal species is critically important.

There are endless possibilities for breeding coleus plants with wildly creative leaf colors and shapes. Home propagators can start with a windowsill.

Cornell's mushroom club, the Fantastic Fungi Fanatics, share their passion for mushrooms and advocate for greater exposure to mycology within the community.