Mycologist - The Educated Animal

Scientist Explorer: How to Become a Mycologist

ByKalli March 18, 2025March 18, 2025

Scientist Explorer: How to Become a Mycologist What is a Mycologist? First, let’s define what mycology is. Mycology is the scientific study of fungi – a strange but fascinating kingdom of life that includes mushrooms, molds, yeasts, and other organisms. As a branch of biology, mycology explores how fungi grow, reproduce, and interact with other…

Scientist Spotlight

Scientist Spotlight: Paul Stamets

ByKalli October 30, 2024October 30, 2024

Scientist Spotlight: Paul Stamets has dedicated his life to studying mycology, which spans medicine, ecology, and technology.

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