Chris Smyth

Marine fungi culture collections (such as the one we have at @thembauk.bsky.social) are helping unlock the possibility for finding new solutions to many of the world’s biggest challenges 🌊🍄=💊🥓🪲 @uk.theconversation.com @plymbiomarsci.bsky.social @erc.europa.eu
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A fusarioid fungus forms mutualistic interactions with poplar trees that resemble ectomycorrhizal symbiosis Fusarium species, recognised as global priority pathogens, frequently induce severe diseases in crops; however, certain species exhibit alternative symbiotic lifestyles and are either non-pathogenic o...

Fusarium pseudograminearum forms mutualistic interactions with poplars that resemble ectomycorrhizal symbiosis.

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The Hidden Forests Below: A Review of the Ecology and Evolution of Wood Falls on the Deep Seafloor Wood falls—parcels of wood that sink to the deep-sea floor—represent unique and dynamic ecosystems that support a highly diverse and evolutionarily distinct assemblage of faunal communities. The faun...

My new wood-fall review paper out with @divaamon.bsky.social @sydneymcdermott.bsky.social and others onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/... #science #deepsea #marinelife

Could extreme ocean environments hold the key to locating mysterious shark birthing grounds? | Marine Biological Association New research from the Marine Biological Association (MBA) aims to shed light on one of the greatest mysteries of the natural world – where do sharks go to

Could extreme ocean environments unlock the mystery of #shark birthing grounds? 🦈🌊 New MBA research links baby #WhaleSharks to #OxygenMinimumZones. These areas may provide safety from predators & a rich food supply, crucial for the survival of neonates.

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@thesimslab.bsky.social

Use their names: there are no basal, lower, or early diverging fungi Fungal biologists have embraced phylogenies for understanding the biology of this diverse group in an evolutionary framework. In an attempt to highlight lineages of fungi that are distinct from the...

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Strange Bacteria 'Breathe' Rock, And We Might Finally Understand How That's Possible A bacterial species that survives by 'breathing' rock has intrigued scientists for decades, even though the inner workings of its mysterious cellular respiration technique have remained far from clear...

Some deep-sea bacteria literally breathe metal, using iron and manganese like we use oxygen. If we ever harness their abilities, we might just revolutionize bioelectricity. www.sciencealert.com/these-bacter... #marinelife

DEI isn’t a feel-good slogan—it’s data-backed, peer-reviewed, and fundamental to better science. NSF bending to political pressure means ignoring decades of research. Science advances by evidence, not executive orders.

Exactly. Every. Single. NSF grant needs to have a "Broader Impacts" statement, so this makes whatever this ridiculous email order is apply to ALL NSF WORK. Insane.

Shelving for fungal cultures! 😂

Saving Eelgrass, The Most Important Plant You’ve Likely Never Heard Of | WBUR | Marine Biological Laboratory

IN CASE YOU MISSED IT🌿MBL Associate Scientist Mirta Teichberg's research on eelgrass was featured in a recent story by @wbur.org. Read More: bit.ly/4hqspKD

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A flyer for Mystic Aquarium - University of Connecticut Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU). The text reads: Spend your summer doing research on how global change (e.g. pollution, climate change) affects marine organisms and their ecosystems! Our Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) offers a unique collaboration between the renowned Mystic Aquarium in Mystic, CT and the University of Connecticut, Avery Point located on Long Island Sound. Offered for 10 Weeks (June - August) in 2025 & 2026. What you will gain: Access to both Mystic Aquarium and UConn’s resources and expertise Training in cutting edge marine research (both field and laboratory opportunities); Professional development such as training in science communication, data analysis, etc. Job shadows at Mystic Aquarium; One-on-one mentoring with experts in Marine Science; Exploration of career opportunities; Monthly stipend, room and board, travel expenses. For more information, please visit https://bit.ly/3s9AAGU or scan the QR code to the right Funding for this REU Site is provided by the National Science Foundation’s Division of Biological Infrastructure in the Directorate for Biological Sciences and the Office of Polar Programs in the Directorate for Geosciences located in Alexandria, VA (DBI-2349353). There are 4 images at the top: two people taking a blow sample from a beluga whale (1), a person holding a horse shoe crab while knee high in water (2), a person loading something into a gel with a pipette (3), a person sitting with an African Penguin (4) The three logos are for NSF, Mystic Aquarium, and UCONN. There is also a QR code which directs to the link commented below this post.

I was a Mystic Aquarium-UCONN REU student back in 2022 and it was the best experience I could've asked for! This program not only gave me the knowledge and tools needed to pursue a PhD but the confidence and inspiration to! I highly recommend sharing this opportunity with your network!! (link below)

Biological Science Laboratory Technician This position is located in the United States Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service, Emerging Pests & Pathogens Research Unit in Ithaca, NY.<br> <br> In this position, you will part...

Research Tech USDA-ARS Entomopathogenic Fungi Collection (Ithaca, NY)
Responsible for culturing, maintaining, & taxonomically identifying entomopathogenic fungi.
Quals: BA/BS or MS degree in biol, plant path, mycology, entomology, mol biol or related field.

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My three week Coastal and Marine Mycology course is now open for registration!

Join me on the Eastern Shore of Virginia this summer from July 21 - August 9 to explore the diverse fungi that live in these Coastal and Marine Ecosystems!

More info here: smythmycology.com/cbfs/marinem...

Marine Science Resources for Undergradutes Marine Science Resources for Undergraduates Below, you will find a curated list of paid undergraduate internship and job opportunities in the marine sciences. This list is generated and curated by …

Using my first post on bsky to share my live Marine Science Resources for Undergraduate Students spreadsheet - smythmycology.com/marine-scien...

Open to anyone - please share with anyone interested. Will be regularly updated throughout the spring semester.

Interested in lichen conservation? Check out our new article on the best way to go about carrying out lichen red list assessments.

Join the @protectspecies.bsky.social team! We're hiring a Fungus Conservation Coordinator. Details and application form can be found by clicking the link. 🌍🧪🍄

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🧡 #AquaticFungi!

My three week Coastal and Marine Mycology course is now open for registration!

Join me on the Eastern Shore of Virginia this summer from July 21 - August 9 to explore the diverse fungi that live in these Coastal and Marine Ecosystems!

More info here: smythmycology.com/cbfs/marinem...

Marine Science Resources for Undergradutes Marine Science Resources for Undergraduates Below, you will find a curated list of paid undergraduate internship and job opportunities in the marine sciences. This list is generated and curated by …

Using my first post on bsky to share my live Marine Science Resources for Undergraduate Students spreadsheet - smythmycology.com/marine-scien...

Open to anyone - please share with anyone interested. Will be regularly updated throughout the spring semester.