Fungal infections contribute to over 1.5 million deaths annually and are often neglected in medical research. Primary and opportunistic pathogens employ unique strategies to infect humans, especially those with weakened immunity. Antifungal resistance is growing, exacerbated by modern medicine and climate change, highlighting the urgency for new treatments targeting unique fungal genes.
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Fungi in Music
Fungi communicate through electrical impulses in response to environmental changes. Artists like The Octopus Project and Tarun Nayar have transformed these signals into music. Alongside creating sound, fungi are also affected by it. Research shows sound can enhance fungal growth, which could aid soil restoration. Fungi’s role in music can be seen in instrument making as well. They can both damage and improve wood used in instruments, depending on treatment and conditions.
Fungal Wars: The Hidden Battles of Nature
Fungi live in the shadows of our attention, yet their world is anything but quiet. These organisms form vast underground networks, interact with other organisms, and scramble for resources. Competition for Resources In nature, fungi constantly compete for limited resources such as nutrients, space, and access to host organisms. To survive, they use diverse strategies:ContinueContinue reading “Fungal Wars: The Hidden Battles of Nature”
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