Mycology

The Underground Web: How Mycelium Connects the Forest

Discover Mycelium the Web as a core part of Mycology. This lesson explains what it means, walks through a real example, introduces key terms, and includes three hands-on activities to help you understand and apply the idea.

Mycorrhizal Networks

Fungi connect tree roots underground in vast networks. Trees share resources and signals through this "wood wide web."

Penicillin and Medicinal Fungi

In 1928, Alexander Fleming discovered penicillin — a fungal mold that kills bacteria. It launched the antibiotic era.

Grow a Mushroom Kit

Discover Grow a Mushroom Kit as a core part of Mycology. This lesson explains what it means, walks through a real example, introduces key terms, and includes three hands-on activities to help you understand and apply the idea.

Trees Talk to Fungi

Discover Trees Talk to Fungi as a core part of Mycology. This lesson explains what it means, walks through a real example, introduces key terms, and includes three hands-on activities to help you understand and apply the idea.

Not a Plant Not a Bug

Discover Not a Plant Not a Bug as a core part of Mycology. This lesson explains what it means, walks through a real example, introduces key terms, and includes three hands-on activities to help you understand and apply the idea.