Fungi Mutate Due to Rising Temperature; Mutagenesis May Enable Pandrug Resistance and Hypervirulence

MEDICINE & HEALTH 07.01.2024 06:43 AM

Fungi mutate due to the rising temperature and this makes them hyper-infectious and drug-resistant. Continue reading to learn more.

Climate Change Could Make Fungal Diseases Worse; How Does Heat Drive Genetic Changes in Mycelium?

06.22.2024 00:31 AM

A new study finds that rising global temperatures may cause fungi to become more dangerous to humans. Find out more about it in this article.

Fungal Ringworm Sexually Transmitted Infection Detected in the US For the First Time; Here Are the Symptoms To Watch Out For

06.11.2024 00:03 AM

This case marks the first time ringworm STI has been detected in the US. Read to learn more. Healthcare officials have issued warnings that follow the first detection of a sexually transmitted ringworm infection in the US.

Auto-Brewery Syndrome: Fungi in Woman’s Gut Brew Their Own Alcohol, Make Her Drunk Despite Not Drinking

06.05.2024 03:34 AM

A woman kept mysteriously drunk even without consuming alcohol. Check this article to learn more about her condition.

Fungi Fashion? Scientists Explore Possibilities of Producing Mushroom Leather Faster, More Easily

05.19.2024 00:34 AM

Scientists look into how mycelium leather, which is a more sustainable alternative to traditional leather, could be grown and cultivated in an easier and more effective way. Read to learn more.

Auto-Brewery Syndrome: When Intoxication Happens Without Alcohol Consumption

02.15.2024 21:39 PM

Auto-brewery syndrome is a rare condition that could lead to high blood alcohol levels with minimal or no alcohol consumption at all. Read to learn more.

Virus vs. Bacteria vs. Fungi: How Do These Germs and Their Infections Differ From One Another?

02.15.2024 21:07 PM

Viral, fungal, and bacterial infections all have different pathogenic causes and courses for treatment. Read to learn more about these pathogens.

Mushroom Growing Out of Frog's Back Baffles Scientists, Making It the First Observation of Its Kind

02.13.2024 00:50 AM

During a friendly nature hike, scientists were able to come across a frog with a mushroom growing on its back. Read to learn more.

Rare Fungal Infection Blastomycosis Kills Michigan Chef, Leaves ‘Large Holes’ in His Lungs

02.08.2024 02:21 AM

A chef from Michigan died due to a rare fungal infection, blastomycosis, that left large holes in his lungs. Continue reading to learn the full story.

Kew Gardens Names Mysterious Species of Fungi, Orchids, Carnivorous Plants New to Biology

01.12.2024 03:40 AM

Several new species were discovered and named by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. Continue reading to learn more.

Climate Change Results to Microbial Awakening in Arctic Ecosystems; Food Webs Get Restructured As Fungi Become Primary Energy Source

01.10.2024 03:00 AM

New study reveals that fungi replace plants as primary energy source for high-latitude species. Continue reading the article to find out more.

Fungal Plant Pathogen Discovered in Fossil Collection Identified As the World’s Oldest Disease-Causing Species

12.15.2023 06:36 AM

A new fungus from the Devonian Rhynie Chert is the oldest disease-causing species found to date. Continue reading the article to find out more.

Oldest Known Disease-Causing Fungus From 400 Million Years Ago Found in Frozen Fossilized Plant in Museum Collection

12.13.2023 21:00 PM

The newfound fungus serves as the earliest recorded evidence of a fungal parasite that makes plants sick. Read to learn more.

Fungal Delights or Dangers: A Guide to Identifying Edible and Poisonous Mushrooms for Safe Culinary Exploration

11.14.2023 09:12 AM

Although there are numerous edible mushrooms, there are some species that are poisonous too. Learn in this article how to distinguish these two for a safe eating experience.

Microscale Spikes Attached to Titanium Implants Provide Effective, Drug-Free Protection From Antibiotic-Resistant Bacteria and Fungus

08.31.2023 10:12 AM

A new study reveals that rough surfaces inspired by the spikes on insect wings may be more effective in fighting drug-resistant superbugs. Continue reading the article to find out more.

17,000 Times Dirtier Than a Toilet Seat? Unwashed Pillowcases Can Harbor as Many as 3 Million Bacteria in Just a Week, Experiment Reveals

06.28.2023 02:33 AM

Dermatologists recommend individuals to wash or clean their pillowcases twice a week. Read to know the reason why.

What Is Slime Mold? Gardener From Australia Notices Oozing Mass Growing in Vegetable Patch

06.19.2023 09:30 AM

A gardener took to social media after discovering a bizarre slime in his vegetable patch. Continue reading to learn more about slime mold.

Plastic-Degrading Fungi and Bacteria Found in China That May Help Tackle Global Waste

05.17.2023 23:03 PM

Scientists identified a diverse microbiome of plastic-eating fungi and bacteria in a man-made plastisphere in the coastal marshes in China. Read the article to learn more.

Mushroom Conversations? Some Fungi Communicate Through Electric Signals After It Rains, Study Reveals

05.14.2023 21:25 PM

These mushroom talk findings is vital to understanding the role of mushroom in forest ecosystems. Read to learn more.

Global Food Security Threat: Fungal Infections Have Led to Significant Crop Loss; Figures Could Worsen Due to Global Warming

05.04.2023 01:57 AM

With the spread of fungal infections and the fungi developing resistance to antifungals, the imminent global food security threat emerges. Read to learn more.

Plant Pandemic? Researchers Fear Global Spread of Wheat Fungus Disease

04.14.2023 01:42 AM

While there have been reported cases of the wheat fungus disease in South America, Bangladesh, and Zambia, scientists fear that the pathogen may hit other areas as well. Read to learn more.