As detailed in a study published Monday in the journal PhytoKeys, the plant is a newly described species in the peculiar ...

Once considered obscure or opportunistic, invasive fungal infections are now surfacing with alarming frequency - and in ...

From toddlers in daycare to seedlings in forests, young organisms tend to get sick more easily than adults—a phenomenon that ...

"It's a mystery why young organisms don't evolve stronger disease resistance because getting sick early in life can be deadly," said study co-author Emily Bruns, an assistant professor of biology at ...

Participants in the 2025 Border BioBlitz are taking photos of what they see so researchers can better understand the region.

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There are five invasive diseases that Michigan residents should be aware of and keep an eye out for. These species have the potential to harm Michigan’s natural resources. Four of them have been ...

Growing your own mushrooms at home can be a fun and rewarding activity. You can enjoy fresh, nutritious mushrooms without spending much money. This guide will walk you through the basics of mushroom ...

A fungal disease called Neopestalotiopsis, first detected in the U.S. in 2017, is causing significant crop loss for ...

Gardeners can attract bees to our gardens with the right mix of plants and flowers. Here are several key tips on landscaping ...

Urbanization reshapes soil microbes in surprising ways—bacteria adapt and become alike, while fungi resist change.