Filamentous fungi produce enzymes, nanomaterials, and electrical signals that could underpin a new generation of biosensors capable of detecting pollutants, glucose, and pathogens. Mycelium networks generate structured electrical impulses that researchers are beginning to harness for unconventional computing and wearable sensing devices. A comprehensive review published in Biosensors  maps five years of progress across molecular, material, and ecosystem scales, identifying bo

Researchers isolated 415 fungal endophytes from Spain's arid Cabo de Gata region, finding that select strains can suppress up to 15 crop pathogens while simultaneously boosting plant biomass. Dark septate endophytes showed particular promise, producing growth hormones, iron-scavenging compounds, and enzymes that improve nutrient uptake, even under saline or drought conditions. Compatibility testing revealed that certain fungicides routinely used in horticulture are harmful to

Festival Reino Fungi 2026 takes place in Pucón, Chile, from 30 April to 3 May, bringing together scientists, artists, entrepreneurs and local communities around the theme of decomposition as a force for regeneration. The fifth edition builds on the 2025 event, which drew more than 10,000 attendees, and expands its international reach with speakers from Argentina, Colombia and beyond. The festival frames fungal intelligence as a model for rethinking innovation, culture and ter

MycoTechnology has achieved self-affirmed GRAS status for Zukora, its fermentation-derived sweet protein, clearing the way for commercial sales in the United States.

Copenhagen-based Reduced has raised €4M in Series A funding to scale its fermentation technology that converts food processing waste into natural savoury flavour ingredients.