Learning Hub: Explore Fungal Science

The Learning Hub is your gateway to understanding spores, mycelium, and the hidden architecture of fungi. Explore microscopy techniques, strain genetics, and the art of observation through our educational pages and research archives. Begin your journey into the unseen world that connects all life, one spore at a time.

Wild Psilocybe cubensis mushrooms growing in a grassy field, classic brown caps with slender stems.

Explore the Foundations of Fungal Science

The sections below connect the core pillars of fungal study, spores, mycelium, microscopy, and genetics. Each page offers a focused look into the structures and stories that define the kingdom of fungi.
The genetic vault Mushroom index
The Archive of Lineages

Genetic Vault

Step inside a curated library of strain profiles documenting origins, morphology, and evolutionary connections. The Genetic Vault preserves verified lineages and celebrates the diversity within the Psilocybe genus.

Open the Vault
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The Beginning of All Fungi

Spores

Spores are the seeds of the fungal world — microscopic cells carrying the genetic blueprint for life. Learn how spores function, why they differ between species, and what they reveal under the microscope.

Start with Spores
Pe7 Mycelium on a green Petri dish. Growing in a spiral form.
Beneath the Surface

Mycelium Works

Mycelium forms the living web of fungi, vast, intelligent networks that recycle nutrients and connect ecosystems. Explore how these hidden systems work and why they matter to the planet’s balance.

Explore Mycelium
Compound Microscope labeled with parts for learning about microscopy and viewing organic matter with a compound microscope.
Seeing the Unseen

Mushroom Microscopy

Microscopy (my·KROS·kuh·pee) transforms invisible worlds into visible ones. Discover how to prepare slides, use a microscope effectively, and document your observations of spores and mycelium in detail.

Enter the Microscopy Lab ‘Coming Soon”
genetic map Genetic map of strains and their relationships
Tracking the Evolution of Fungal Genetics

Genetic Mapping

Genetic Mapping visualizes how species relate and diverge through time. Explore diagrams and the patterns that reveal the old stories.

View the Map
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Field Notes & Research

Blog – Stories From the Mycology Community

Stay current with ongoing research, essays, and discoveries from the Basidium Equilibrium lab and beyond. The Blog brings science, history, and storytelling together for those who live in wonder of fungi.

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