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Sequencing 1,000 Fungal Genomes
November 7, 2011 — A 79-year-old collection of fungal cultures will aid in the sequencing 1,000 fungal genomes in the next 5 ... > full story -
Culprit Identified: Fungus Causes Deadly Bat Disease
November 6, 2011 — Scientists have discovered that the fungus Geomyces destructans is the cause of deadly white-nose syndrome (WNS) in bats, according to new research. The study provides the first direct evidence that ... > full story -
Mould Fungi Can Cure Plants
October 31, 2011 — Genetic research has yielded remarkable insights on mold fungi. This opens the door to the specialized use of fungi in ... > full story -
Examining Rice Genes for Rice Blast Resistance
October 17, 2011 — Scientists have characterized the molecular mechanism behind some plants' ability to resist rice blast, a fungal disease that affects cereal grain crops such as rice, wheat, rye and barley and can ... > full story -
The Metabolism of Maize Obeys Parasitic Proteins
October 5, 2011 — When plants are infested with parasites a sort of arms race is triggered. The plant tries to produce defense molecules as fast as possible to kill the intruder or at least keep it in check. At the ... > full story -
From Compost to Sustainable Fuels: Heat-Loving Fungi Sequenced
October 3, 2011 — Two heat-loving fungi, often found in composts that self-ignite without flame or spark, could soon have new vocations. The complete genetic makeup of Myceliophthora thermophila and Thielavia ... > full story -
New Insight Into Plant Immune Defenses
October 2, 2011 — Researchers have identified an important cog in the molecular machinery of plant immunity -- a discovery that could help crop breeders produce disease-resistant varieties to help ensure future food ... > full story -
Peacekeeping Creatures Help Maintain Woodland Diversity
September 20, 2011 — Common woodland creatures, including woodlice, millipedes and worms, can help ensure the survival of weaker species of woodland fungi, according to new research. The findings reveal that, by feeding ... > full story -
Biodiversity Loss May Be Contributing to Amphibian-Killing Fungal Infection
September 19, 2011 — Researchers have shown that loss of biodiversity may be contributing to a fungal infection that is killing amphibians around the world, and provides more evidence for why biodiversity is important to ... > full story -
Cacao Collection Expedition May Yield Weapons for Combating Witches' Broom Disease
September 15, 2011 — Fungi found in the leaves and trunks of wild Peruvian cacao trees offer the potential for biological control of cacao diseases such as witches' broom disease, according to U.S. Department of ... > full story
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