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T he Darwin Tree of Life (DToL) project aims to sequence the genomes of all animals, fungi and plants found in Great Britain ...

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Learn how to get rid of fungus gnats in your house plants and apply strategies to avoid having problems with them in the ...

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In ecosystems around the world, fungi play crucial roles in supporting plant life. Their ability to form connections between ...

Circles of white mushrooms, or "fairy rings," may add a whimsical touch to summer lawns. But beware—they're probably ...

Aspergillus fumigatus is developing greater resistance to its first-line treatment, and many patients are infected with ...

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