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Researchers are studying a new mushroom species that induces fairytale-like hallucinations, raising questions about the evolution of psychoactive compounds in fungi and their ecological roles, which may include attracting animals or deterring predators, rather than serving as a defense mechanism.
Foraging for wild food, especially mushrooms, can be rewarding but risky due to the potential for confusing edible and toxic varieties. Experts emphasize the importance of proper identification, knowledge, and legal considerations to avoid health hazards and environmental impact. Beginners are advised to start with simple, easily recognizable plants and seek guidance from experienced foragers to safely enjoy the benefits of wild foods.
Mushrooms often appear in lawns during wet weather and can be harmless or toxic. To manage them, remove mushrooms promptly with gloves and keep the lawn dry and well-maintained to prevent future growth. While beneficial for soil health, caution is advised if pets or children are around, and expert identification is recommended for safety.
Researchers at Ohio State University have developed mushroom-based memristors using edible fungi like shiitake, which can function as organic memory devices, potentially leading to eco-friendly, biodegradable, and cost-effective computing systems that mimic neural activity and reduce electronic waste.
Researchers at Ohio State University have discovered that common edible fungi like shiitake mushrooms can be used as organic memristors, showing potential as environmentally friendly, low-cost memory chips for future computing applications, including brain-inspired and edge computing systems.
A new study reveals that different mushroom species independently evolved the ability to produce the same psychoactive compound, psilocybin, through distinct enzymatic pathways, highlighting a rare case of convergent evolution in fungi with implications for medical research.
Researchers have discovered that two unrelated groups of mushrooms independently evolved the ability to produce the psychedelic compound psilocybin through different biochemical pathways, highlighting convergent evolution. The purpose of psilocybin in fungi remains unknown, but it may serve as a defense mechanism. This discovery expands biotechnological tools for producing psilocybin, which is being studied as a potential antidepressant, and prompts further investigation into its evolutionary role.
Erin Patterson was sentenced to life in prison with a 33-year non-parole period in Australia for poisoning her relatives with death cap mushrooms, resulting in three deaths and one attempted murder, highlighting a significant betrayal of trust and a high-profile case that drew extensive media attention.
Erin Patterson was sentenced to life in prison in Australia for poisoning her husband's relatives with deadly mushrooms during a lunch, resulting in three deaths and one survivor, after a meticulously planned crime and cover-up.
Research reveals that the distinct 'old people smell' is caused by increased levels of the chemical 2-nonenal, which results from oxidative stress breaking down skin fats. Consuming mushrooms, rich in antioxidants like ergothioneine and spermidine, can help reduce this odor by neutralizing 2-nonenal, as traditional methods like showering and perfume are ineffective.
Scientists have linked the consumption of false morel mushrooms, which contain neurotoxins, to a cluster of ALS cases in a French village, highlighting the dangers of confusing toxic wild mushrooms with edible ones.
A former Alaska Airlines pilot pleaded guilty to attempting to cut the engines of a flight after taking psychedelic mushrooms, expressing remorse and facing sentencing for endangering passengers and damaging public confidence in air travel.
The article highlights five vegetarian foods that can help boost vitamin D levels naturally, including fortified dairy products, sun-exposed mushrooms, fortified plant-based milks, ragi, and fortified cereals, offering practical ways to address widespread vitamin D deficiency especially for vegetarians.
Erin Patterson was convicted of poisoning her in-laws with toxic mushrooms during a July 2023 meal, with new evidence revealing she also allegedly poisoned her estranged husband on multiple occasions before the incident, leading to his suspicions and a complex legal case.
An Australian woman, Erin Patterson, was convicted of murdering three in-laws with toxic mushrooms and attempted to poison her husband with contaminated food, including pasta, chicken curry, and a sandwich, with evidence revealing her alleged multiple poisonings. The case garnered significant media attention, and Patterson plans to appeal her conviction.