Fungi

Extreme fungus from Chernobyl under study for use in protective shields against space radiation

Scientists have theorised that these organisms could serve as radiation shields for future astronauts on long-distance missions.

Loose bandanas, handkerchiefs not as effective against COVID-19 as cotton face masks, but still better than nothing at all

A single sneeze can release about 40,000 droplets into the air which can travel at a speed of about 100 m/s.

Superbugs and farming: Unchecked use of anti-fungals in modern agriculture is responsible for rise of deadly germs

Candida auris is a dangerous fungal infection that emerged in 2009 in Japan and, in just a few years, has spread round the world.

Several living organisms are neither animals nor plants, defy traditional ways of classification

Mesodinium chamaeleon, a strange green creature found in Denmark that lives at the bottom of the sea, is causing researchers to rethink traditional ways of classifying living organisms.

1 billion year old, oldest fungus micro-fossil, found in Canada's Arctic region

The previously known oldest fungus fossil was one about 410 million years old and was found in Scotland.

Scientists isolate fungi that can help plants survive in low-water environments

Better growth and health indicators were observed in the plants that were grown with fungi.

Bionic mushrooms topped with bacteria and graphene power LEDs, small devices: Study

The study opens up opportunities to use biohybrids in environment, defence & healthcare challenges.

Respect the fungi, urges the Royal Botanic Garden in its global fungi report

The focus on fungi calls attention to the many vital, new uses the organism has to offer.

Air pollution is causing malnutrition in trees by harming fungi found in roots

Mycorrhizae fungi is hosted by the trees in their roots to receive nutrients from the soil.

Watch: The art of everyday objects growing like mushrooms

A pair of light brown slippers, bowls, lampshades and even a chair are also among the everyday objects that artist Maurizio Montalti has been fashioning from various fungi, such as the "mushrooms that you find in the forest when you take a walk."