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This project explores the fluid mechanics of fungal spore ejection to understand how spores achieve high launch velocities and minimize air resistance. The research aims to uncover the evolutionary adaptations of spore shapes for survival.
Fungi are important components of our ecosystem since they both provide nutrition for many animals and are major recyclers of minerals and carbon.
However, many fungi are parasites on plants, animals and other fungi.
Serious fungal pathogens of cultivated plants cause extensive damage and losses to agriculture and forestry.
The very common species usually found in pillows cause one of the most dangerous mortal infections in persons with immuno-deficiencies.
Fungi reproduction results in almost-…
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