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Ghost palms and toothy toadstools among species named by Kew scientists in 2024
4 days, 18 hours ago

Ghost palms and toothy toadstools among species named by Kew scientists in 2024

The Independent  

Sign up to the Independent Climate email for the latest advice on saving the planet Get our free Climate email Get our free Climate email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy More than 170 plants and fungi previously unknown to science have been named for the …

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On a Himalayan trail
4 days, 18 hours ago

On a Himalayan trail

New Indian Express  

Can winds whisper songs of the farthest of lands, the Himalayas? We were standing in the middle of a giant hallway where AI-enabled projections on the walls painted Himalayan heritage — animated snow-clad mountains, elusive snow leopards, monkeys, red pandas, and yak along with collages of flora and artefacts. The evocative presentation was ‘Where the Wind Tastes of Forgotten Songs,’ …

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Unique fungi found in the nose could be key to treating allergies, asthma
5 days, 18 hours ago

Unique fungi found in the nose could be key to treating allergies, asthma

India Today  

Two highly common respiratory conditions, allergic rhinitis and asthma, are caused by different fungi, according to a study. Researchers, who conducted the study in Portugal, revealed that people with allergic rhinitis and asthma have different fungi, or mycobiomes, in their noses compared to healthy individuals. Using nasal swabs, the team analysed the fungi in the participants' noses and discovered that …

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How Christmas Trees Could Become a Source of Low-Carbon Protein
54 years, 11 months ago

How Christmas Trees Could Become a Source of Low-Carbon Protein

Wired  

Based on calculations that the two scientists published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences last March, cultivating ectomycorrhizal fungi while at the same time raising forests could sequester up to 12.8 metric tons of carbon per hectare annually—in stark contrast to producing other protein-rich foods, which all result in net carbon emissions. Even if you’ve got a …

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Two new boletus species discovered in Lishui
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Two new boletus species discovered in Lishui

China Daily  

The Wu Sangong golden boletus discovered in the Baishanzu Nature Reserve. Two new species of boletus mushrooms have been discovered in the Baishanzu Nature Reserve in Lishui, named Wu Sangong golden boletus and Baishanzu forked gill boletus, according to Tide News on Dec 3. "When we first discovered the Wu Sangong golden boletus, we found it very distinctive, with its …

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Tiny Farmers: Ancient Ants Were Masterful Fungisseurs
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Tiny Farmers: Ancient Ants Were Masterful Fungisseurs

Hindustan Times  

Ants began farming fungi 66 million years ago, laying the foundation for the complex agricultural practices we know today. Schultz and his team used genetic data to uncover the early stages of this relationship, revealing that ants began collecting organic debris to fuel fungal growth. Over time, their agriculture became more specialized, with ants domesticating certain fungi and relying on …

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Fungi finding: mushroom hunters seek new species and recognition
2 months ago

Fungi finding: mushroom hunters seek new species and recognition

Raw Story  

You can't walk very far through a forest in this part of the United States without stumbling upon a mushroom, an eruption from a vast fungal kingdom that all life depends on, but about which we know very little. "Mushrooms are not plants," said Amy Honan, who teaches mycology and fungal ecology at Oregon University. "Fungi break down all dead …

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The Illuminating Fungi: Unveiling the Secrets of Light and Life
2 months, 2 weeks ago

The Illuminating Fungi: Unveiling the Secrets of Light and Life

The Hindu  

This article delves into the fascinating world of fungi, exploring various aspects of these remarkable organisms. From the captivating light-emitting compounds that attract insects to the crucial role of symbiotic root fungi in nutrient exchange, the article provides a comprehensive overview of fungi's ecological significance and their diverse adaptations to various environments.

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What are magic mushrooms? Know 5 positive effects of shrooms
3 months ago

What are magic mushrooms? Know 5 positive effects of shrooms

India TV News  

Psychedelic mushrooms, also known as magic mushrooms, have been part of human culture for ages and were indeed used in different rituals throughout time. Being mighty mind and body effects, magic mushrooms have gained popularity to this day, more so with people who discover psychedelic properties within them. Let's dive into five psychedelic effects that make magic mushrooms stand out …

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A city for fun-gi
3 months, 2 weeks ago

A city for fun-gi

New Indian Express  

I’m a fun-gi’ is embroidered in blazing red on a lime green mushroom-shaped hat; ‘You’re as cute as a button’, reads a greeting card with the image of a button mushroom; ‘Shroom-shroom’ is emblazoned on a toy car. Walk through the gift shop, chat with the staff, sit through a snappy, educational video, and you’ll learn of the region’s fascinating …

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Feast on Yunnan's freshly foraged fungi
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Feast on Yunnan's freshly foraged fungi

China Daily  

Yunnan green head mushrooms with wrinkled peppers. A standout dish is the braised Yunnan green head mushrooms with wrinkled peppers. The mushrooms' gelatinous texture melds perfectly with a rich broth, enhanced by the fresh aroma of the wrinkled peppers and the savory depth of Dali's nuodeng ham. Inspired by Hunan province's stir-fried pork dish, the chef intensifies the lurid bolete's …

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Fungi-picking tour brings many to Yunnan
4 months ago

Fungi-picking tour brings many to Yunnan

China Daily  

A boy takes an interest in mushrooms picked by a fungi-picking tour group on the outskirts of Kunming, Yunnan province, on Aug 4, 2024 WANG JINGYI/XINHUA KUNMING — Around 7:30 am, Su Mingxue, a fresh-faced tour guide, assembles a group of adventurers for a unique one-day expedition. Many visitors make a special journey to Yunnan to take part in these …

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Scientists discover plastic-eating fungi that could help clean up world’s oceans
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Scientists discover plastic-eating fungi that could help clean up world’s oceans

The Independent  

Sign up to the Independent Climate email for the latest advice on saving the planet Get our free Climate email Get our free Climate email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Scientists in Germany have identified a type of fungi that is capable of breaking down …

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Fungi are adapting to body heat and becoming drug resistant; a 'doomsday scenario'
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Fungi are adapting to body heat and becoming drug resistant; a 'doomsday scenario'

Hindustan Times  

You inhale fungal spores every time you walk outside, but of all the millions of species of fungal pathogens on Earth only 20 or so cause infections in humans. "The danger and importance of new fungal pathogens is believed to be seriously underestimated," wrote the study authors in a paper published in the journal Nature Microbiology. "This paper shows that …

China Global Warming Fungi Species Cause Drug Humans
Interest in wild fungi grows despite high-profile poisonings, as late mushroom season blooms
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Interest in wild fungi grows despite high-profile poisonings, as late mushroom season blooms

ABC  

As temperatures drop and wet weather sets in, fungi enthusiasts are braving the elements searching for rare finds. In SA's South East, despite a late start to the fungi season, people are grabbing their cameras and heading out to see the region's vast variety of species, including the famous ghost mushrooms. Feresh Pizarro, who runs a fungi-tour business near Robe, …

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Potting mix and compost are a breeding ground for fungi, but how likely are you to get sick?
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Potting mix and compost are a breeding ground for fungi, but how likely are you to get sick?

ABC  

Gardening is a healthy and fulfilling hobby for many Australians. "It's not an uncommon thing in gardening; sometimes people can injure themselves and have some sort of puncture that introduces soil into their body," Professor Slavin says. While fungal infections are rare, taking precautions while gardening can help reduce your risk, Professor Slavin says. Professor Slavin explains it's important for …

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Aldi’s Next Big Thing: Where to buy lion’s mane mushrooms and more
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Aldi’s Next Big Thing: Where to buy lion’s mane mushrooms and more

The Independent  

Sign up to our free weekly IndyTech newsletter delivered straight to your inbox Sign up to our free IndyTech newsletter Sign up to our free IndyTech newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. In the final episode of the series, we saw everything from lion’s mane mushrooms, granola butter and …

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‘Hacks’ Season 3 interview: Hannah Einbinder on returning as Ava Daniels and her favourite fungi
7 months, 2 weeks ago

‘Hacks’ Season 3 interview: Hannah Einbinder on returning as Ava Daniels and her favourite fungi

The Hindu  

Television’s latest comedic wunderkind, Hannah Einbinder, seems poised for greatness in her latest escapades as the third season for HBO Max’s comedy series, Hacks, has finally started streaming. Born with comedy coursing through her veins as the daughter of the former SNL comedian Laraine Newman, Einbinder’s comedic prowess was apparent from her early days. Einbinder’s return to the small screen …

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What are the potential dangers of foraging for mushrooms in Australia?
8 months ago

What are the potential dangers of foraging for mushrooms in Australia?

ABC  

Foraging for food is an innate behaviour in humans, something our ancestors have been doing for millennia — and fungi are among the most commonly sought-after provisions. The dangers of misidentifying mushrooms There has been a renewed focus on the dangers of consuming wild-foraged fungi following the ongoing legal case surrounding the deaths of three people in the Victorian town …

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Hubei's edible fungi sees mushrooming exports
8 months, 1 week ago

Hubei's edible fungi sees mushrooming exports

China Daily  

A grower takes care of edible fungi at a greenhouse in Yichang, Hubei province, in February. "Suizhou is one of the four major shiitake mushroom production areas in the country, the second-largest shiitake mushroom trading market and a major processing and export base for edible fungi," Ke Ke, mayor of Suizhou, said at a recent news conference. He also said …

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In Cleveland, mushrooms digest entire houses: How fungi can be used to clean up pollution
9 months, 1 week ago

In Cleveland, mushrooms digest entire houses: How fungi can be used to clean up pollution

BBC  

In Cleveland, mushrooms digest entire houses: How fungi can be used to clean up pollution Getty Images In the struggle to combat pollution and fight climate change, a growing number of scientists are beginning to look to one of nature’s oldest biotechnologies: fungi. "All of the material from demolition – the studs, the floors, cellulosic mass, and even things like …

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5 reasons to add mushrooms to your daily diet
10 months, 3 weeks ago

5 reasons to add mushrooms to your daily diet

India TV News  

Mushrooms, not vegetables but fungi, bring a nutrient-packed punch to your diet. With low calorie and sodium content, mushrooms also contribute to reducing salt intake and assisting in hypertension management. Ergothioneine and glutathione, potent antioxidants found in mushrooms, serve as defenders against free radicals, promoting cellular health and resilience. Packed with fibre, mushrooms contribute to healthy cholesterol levels, while potassium …

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The fungi that can freeze water better than bacteria | Explained
11 months ago

The fungi that can freeze water better than bacteria | Explained

The Hindu  

Water doesn’t always freeze at 0 degrees C. Unlike what we have been taught in school, the transformation of liquid water into ice is more nuanced than dropping the temperature down to its freezing point. To correctly orient themselves to create a crystalline structure, water molecules also need an initiation point, or a nucleus – a place that can serve …

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Celebrating forests, documenting hope
1 year, 1 month ago

Celebrating forests, documenting hope

The Hindu  

We encounter fungi in various forms every day, but ever wondered how life on earth would be without fungi? Gupta was demonstrating his exhibit on the mycelial network displayed as part of the ‘Forests of Life’ festival held at Azim Premji University. Documenting forests “We set up the festival in such a way that it is for the young by …

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