Mucormycosis is a rare fungal infection. Most people are exposed to the fungi behind the disease regularly, but in certain individuals, the microbes can end up being deadly.

From helping plants to colonize terrestrial earth to treating disease in humans, is there anything fungi can’t do? Chris Dart Neither plants nor animals, fungi are the most underappreciated ...

Mushrooms boost immunity, fight flu, and reduce inflammation. Beta-glucan helps control immune response naturally.

A recent study has revealed alarming developments in the world of fungal pathogens, showing that some fungi are adapting to body heat and becoming resistant to antifungal drugs, a potential ...

Jumping to humans would require it to evolve tolerance to our warm body temperature and to circumvent our immune system, both of which serve as strong defenses against most fungi,” he added.

How do symbioses between plants and fungi develop? How do plants decide whether or not to enter into a partnership with fungi ...

Medical professionals note that something as simple as drying off with a towel after showering can transfer fungus to other body parts. Even your luxurious bath mat might harbor unwanted visitors.

Mycorrhizal fungi are the supply chains of the soil. With filaments thinner than hair, they shuttle vital nutrients to plants and tree roots. In return, the fungi receive carbon to grow their ...

“My interest was piqued,” she recalled, “because I knew that having the wings raised at a 90-degree angle to the body axis was something that the fungus Entomophthora muscae [could cause].” “And I got ...