Scientists discover a third fungus that is widespread in lichens, but it’s not clear yet whether it’s a partner in the algal-fungal symbiosis or a bystander. Kerry served as The Scientist’s news ...

Lichens are true pioneers, setting themselves up in environments so harsh as to be considered virtually barren. Given time, ...

We are analysing the patterns of functional and genetic diversity of lichenised fungi, algae and cyanobacteria in freshwater and ... Dilabifilum is a genus of algae characteristically found in ...

For the first time, researchers have demonstrated that certain lichen species can survive Mars-like conditions, including ...

I am Senior Curator of Lichens and Slime Moulds. My research interests are focused on the taxonomy and ecology of tropical lichens, bioindication and conservation of lichenised fungi in endangered ...

Lichens are not a single organism, but a symbiotic association between a fungus and algae and/or cyanobacteria known for their extreme tolerance to harsh environments such as Earth's deserts and ...

Lead author Kaja Skubała explained, “Our study is the first to show that the fungal partner in lichen symbiosis can keep its metabolism going while under Mars-like conditions. We found that D.

Mars can host life, according to Polish researchers, after demonstrating lichen's survival under simulated Mars-like ...