by basidiumeqhq | Tuesday, January 7, 2025 | Fungal Foraging, Mycology Spotlight
Welcome to the spooky October edition of FORAGE in Mushroom Digest! This month, we step into the mysterious world of the Eastern Jack-o’-Lantern Mushroom (Omphalotus illudens). With its bioluminescent glow, golden hues, and impressive size, this mushroom is a...
by basidiumeqhq | Saturday, January 4, 2025 | Fungi Heritage, Mycology Spotlight
Mycoetymology: What’s In a Mushroom Name? Written By: Dennis Walker Folk traditions underpinning the etymology of various mushroom names across different cultures reveal a tremendous amount about the importance of fungi to different peoples historically. For example,...
by basidiumeqhq | Saturday, January 4, 2025 | Mycology Spotlight
Alan Rockefeller: Pioneering Mycologist in Fungal Taxonomy & Education Alan Rockefeller Pioneering Mycologist is a name that resonates across the field of mycology. Specializing in fungal taxonomy, genetic DNA barcoding, photography, and education, Alan has...
by basidiumeqhq | Saturday, January 4, 2025 | Research Frontiers
Lion’s Mane: The Medicinal Mushroom Unlocking Neurogenesis The world of fungi is brimming with untapped potential. Few discoveries are as exciting as the medicinal properties of the Lion’s Mane mushroom (Hericium erinaceus). Lion’s Mane: Unlocking Neurogenesis has...
by basidiumeqhq | Wednesday, December 18, 2024 | Fungi Heritage
Amanita Muscaria: The Magic of Yuletide A Shaman’s Journey Through the Snow In the frosty landscapes of Siberia, shamans donned red-and-white garments, gathering these mushrooms as they trekked through the snow-covered forests. Known for their potent properties, the...
by Brandon O | Thursday, November 21, 2024 | Mycology Spotlight
Psilocybin Decriminalization in Massachusetts: The Vote In recent years, the potential therapeutic benefits of psychedelics have drawn significant attention, sparking debates about decriminalization and regulation across the United States. Massachusetts recently...
by basidiumeqhq | Friday, November 8, 2024 | Research Frontiers
How MycoCosm is Revolutionizing Fungal Genomics In the quest to unlock the secrets of the natural world, fungi present a fascinating puzzle. These organisms are crucial to our planet’s ecology, biotechnology, and even medical fields. To advance our understanding...
by basidiumeqhq | Monday, November 4, 2024 | Research Frontiers
The Chemistry of Psilocybin: Evolution’s Mysterious Creation Welcome, fellow mycology enthusiasts! Today, let’s explore the fascinating chemistry behind psilocybin, a unique compound found in specific types of fungi. This compound not only inspires curiosity but also...
by basidiumeqhq | Saturday, October 26, 2024 | Mushroom Digest: Fun Reads for Mycology Enthusiasts
Download Halloween Edition of Mushroom Digest Welcome to the Halloween edition of Mushroom Digest, where we delve into the eerie and fascinating world of fungi. This month, we introduce you to the ZOMBIE mushroom, also known as Cordyceps. This parasitic fungus has a...
by basidiumeqhq | Saturday, October 26, 2024 | Mushroom Digest: Fun Reads for Mycology Enthusiasts
Download Dear Readers, Welcome to Mushroom Digest We are thrilled to introduce the first issue of Mushroom Digest, a publication born from curiosity, rigor, and a deep passion for fungi. This magazine exists where backyard collectors and laboratory researchers...
