Scientists discovered a cancer-fighting compound in mold from ancient tombs, revealing a powerful new drug against leukemia.

Infection-causing fungi responsible for millions of deaths a year will spread significantly to new regions as the planet heats up, new research predicts —and the world is not prepared.

Of course, there are others that destroy food crops and kill any humans who accidentally ingest them. You never know what you ...

Many people have encountered potentially dangerous fungi without realizing it. Aspergillus is a common mold species found in and around flower beds, decaying plant matter, and damp spots inside homes.

The World Health Organization released a list of the most health-threatening fungi. The ranking is based on fungal resistance to drugs, deadliness, and available treatments. Fungal infections are ...

Many people with a yeast allergy are also allergic to other fungi like mold. If you have a fungi allergy, you may want to avoid eating foods with yeast, moldy foods, and foods that involve other ...

Yeast and mold infections have been reported but aren’t as common. A healthcare professional may need to test a sample of your nail to tell the difference between these fungi.

Researchers at the University of Toronto have cracked the code of plant-to-fungi communication in a new study published in the journal Molecular Cell. Using baker's yeast, the researchers ...

DNA was isolated using Norgen's Fungi/Yeast Genomic DNA Isolation Kit with the provided Bead Tubes. For analysis, 10 µL from each 100 µL elution was loaded on a 1% 1xTAE agarose gel.

Mold, mildew, yeast and mushrooms make up the kingdom fungi, a group of organisms essential in nature for breaking down dead plant and animal matter.