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fromdesignboom | architecture & design magazine
1 month ago

NASA to grow habitats in space for explorers using bricks made from mycelium

The NASA team's innovative approach focuses on using mycelium to grow habitats on the Moon or Mars, reducing waste and simplifying shelter setup for astronauts.
NYC startup
US news
fromThe Washington Post
2 months ago

Two Chinese nationals charged with smuggling toxic fungus into U.S.

Two Chinese nationals were charged with smuggling a dangerous fungus into the U.S. for agricultural sabotage.
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

'Zombie spider' fungi among Kew archive specimens

The project aims to sequence about 7,000 fungi specimens from Kew's Fungarium, making the data publicly available to aid researchers globally in discovering new medicines and chemicals.
OMG science
#conservation
fromwww.dw.com
3 months ago
Environment

Are endangered fungi not 'cute enough' to be saved? DW 04/17/2025

Fungi are now recognized as endangered, with over 1,000 species listed on the IUCN Red List, highlighting the need for conservation efforts.
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fromModern Farmer
3 months ago

Growing Mushrooms to Improve the Soil: How it Works

Mushrooms contribute significantly to soil health by breaking down organic matter, improving soil structure, and supporting beneficial microbial communities.
SF food
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Boonie Bears: Future Reborn review kiddie Chinese eco-fable is like Mad Max on mushrooms

The film creatively mixes post-apocalyptic themes with absurd humor and mycological elements, maintaining a lively yet chaotic style.
Podcast
fromAnOther
3 months ago

Listen: Merlin Sheldrake on the Mind-Expanding Power of Mushrooms

The new episode features a conversation between Jefferson Hack and mycologist Merlin Sheldrake discussing the importance of fungi.
OMG science
fromMail Online
4 months ago

Scientists reveal what The Last of Us zombies would REALLY look like

Real-life fungi inspire the zombie concept in 'The Last of Us', highlighting eerily similar infection stages.
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