Fungus 'hacks' natural immune system to cause neurodegeneration in fruit flies
A fungal infection has been shown to trigger a fruit fly's own immune system to destroy brain cells, leading to signs of ...
Arizona bats test positive for possibly deadly fungus; wildlife agency seeks public's help
What we know about southern Arizona bats that tested positive for a fungus tracked by the Arizona Department of Game and Fish ...
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Fungal component may protect against flu-related lung damage
A component found in all fungi may provide a shield against flu-related lung damage, according to a new study.
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Death at sunset: How fungi create zombie flies
Mechanisms of Fruit Fly Behavioral Manipulation by the Killer Fungus Entomophthora muscae" on Feb. 13 as part of the Department of Biology Seminar Series. Elya, an an assistant professor in the ...
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Bacterial and fungal diseases of garlic
Garlic can be prone to bacterial and fungal diseases, and it’s important that farmers are proactive in preventing infection ...
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Newly discovered fungus turns cave-dwelling spiders into ‘zombies’
More research is required to know the fungus’ ecological impact, but Araújo said he does not believe there is any cause for concern about the affected spider species. “Fungi have evolved many ...