Mycological Research in the Americas

Dear Colleagues,

Mycological research in the Americas spans diverse ecosystems, from tropical rainforests to arid deserts, and has led to significant discoveries in fungal taxonomy, ecology, biotechnology, and medicine. Researchers in North, Central, and South America study fungi's role in nutrient cycling, symbiotic relationships with plants, and their potential applications in various industries.

Mycological research has enhanced agriculture in this region by studying fungal pathogens that affect crops and livestock. In contrast, beneficial fungi like Beauveria bassiana are used as biological pest control agents. Additionally, fungi's potential in bioremediation, such as oil spill cleanup and plastic degradation, is being explored.

Medical mycology research in the Americas is a growing and critical field that investigates fungal pathogens, antifungal resistance, and the therapeutic potential of fungi-derived compounds. Researchers across North, Central, and South America focus on identifying, treating, and preventing fungal infections, which are increasingly recognized as a major public health concern. Some etiological agents are endemic to the Americas, such as Paracoccidioides brasiliensis, Coccidioides spp., Blastomyces spp, Sporothrix brasiliensis, and Lacazia loboi, among others.

This Special Issue welcomes both review and original research papers dealing with ecological, agricultural, bioremediation, medical, or basic aspects of fungal species relevant in the Americas.

Dr. Andréa Regina De Souza Baptista
Prof. Dr. Hector M. Mora-Montes
Guest Editors

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• mycological research
• medical mycology
• fungal taxonomy
• fungal ecology
• fungal biotechnology