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Closely related bacterial species use different strategies to build their cell walls, an international team of scientists led ...
By spinning bacteria in a controlled flow, scientists produce aligned cellulose sheets with tensile strength over 500 MPa.
Researchers at Cornell University have developed a robot that is powered by king oyster mushrooms; what are the future implications of this technology?
Donald Schaffner, co-host of the podcast “ Food Safety Talk ” and a distinguished professor at Rutgers University, told ...
Should you remove mushrooms in your yard or leave them be? Why do they grow there in the first place? Your questions, ...
By Mongabay.com Often hidden from view, fungi are critical part of our ecosystems. Some can be eaten as mushrooms; others help trees and forests thrive. But that’s not all: they’re also helping us ...
Growing your own mushrooms." There are more than 10 edible varieties, but varieties such as oyster, shiitake and reishi are in high demand, both for local consumption and potential export.
While growing mushrooms can improve soil health, it’s important to remember that native mycorrhizal fungi are just as important as cultivated varieties! Even if you don’t plan to grow mushrooms in ...
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 regular shop-bought mushroom has been turned into an electricity generator in a process scientists hope will one day be used to power devices. The “bionic mushroom” was covered with bacteria ...
Mushrooms make a nutritious addition to any meal due to their low calorie and fat content, high fibre levels, and rich amounts of potassium and selenium. Here’s a simple guide to help you grow ...
Recently, enoki mushrooms have been associated with outbreaks of listeriosis, an infection caused by the bacteria Listeria monocytogenes. These bacteria grow on enoki mushrooms.