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Turning a scientific lens on the wonderful world of fungi

Richard Fortey explores his passion for fungi through global experiences and emphasizes the ecological importance and culinary delights of mushrooms.

These robots move through the magic of mushrooms

Fungal mycelia can enhance robotics by enabling adaptive, responsive behaviors in variable environments, particularly for agricultural sensing.

Turning a scientific lens on the wonderful world of fungi

Richard Fortey explores his passion for fungi through global experiences and emphasizes the ecological importance and culinary delights of mushrooms.

These robots move through the magic of mushrooms

Fungal mycelia can enhance robotics by enabling adaptive, responsive behaviors in variable environments, particularly for agricultural sensing.
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This fungus is so humongous that it can be mapped

The Humongous Fungus is possibly the largest living organism on Earth, estimated to be between 2,400 and 8,600 years old.

Fungi may not think, but they can communicate

Mycelial networks adapt their growth patterns based on nutritional availability and communication, leading to efficient foraging and nutrient absorption.

This Is Your Robot Brain on Mushrooms

The mycelial network of king oyster mushrooms can power robots through responsive electrical signals generated by ultraviolet light exposure.

Urgent warning over 'Devil's Fingers' that smells like rotten FLESH

The Devil's Fingers fungus, with its eerie appearance and smell, has drawn attention in the New Forest, resembling scenes from 'The Last of Us'.
Known for its creepy, alien-like structure, this fungus is uncommon in the UK and thrives particularly in damp conditions.

Growing mushroom houses on the moon? NASA's fungus-filled plan

NASA plans to grow space habitats using mushrooms and lunar dust, leveraging local resources to reduce costs and enhance durability for astronauts.

3rd Annual "Mushi Mushi" Mushroom Art Show (Oakland)

The Mushi Mushi Art Show celebrates the world of mushrooms with art, food, and community engagement.

The world's largest fungus collection may unlock the mysteries of carbon capture

Fungi at Kew Gardens are celebrated for their importance and vast collection, showcasing their biodiversity and understated significance.

Los cazadores de hongos siguen encontrando especies misteriosas

Up to 95% of the world's fungi species are yet to be described, driving both professional mycologists and amateur enthusiasts to use DNA sequencing for identification.
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