All Raymond St. Leger articles
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Insect-killing fungi find unexpected harmony in war
Entomologists uncovered a unique relationship between two species of fungi known for their ability to invade, parasitize and kill insects efficiently. The two fungi peacefully cooperate and share their victims.
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Common fungus eradicates toxic mercury from soil and water
Researchers have found that the fungus Metarhizium robertsii removes mercury from the soil around plant roots, and from fresh and saltwater, and have genetically engineered the fungus to amplify its mercury detoxifying effects.