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Invisible fungi in Swiss streams have hidden superpowers
Researchers in Switzerland search streams for aquatic fungi — tiny, overlooked organisms essential for breaking down leaves, feeding insects and keeping freshwater ecosystems healthy. The work might lead to surprising applications: One called Clavariopsis aquatica produces a compound that has antibiotic properties. With their habitats under threat, scientists are aiming to better understand and protect these crucial but fragile microorganisms.
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Researchers in Switzerland search streams for aquatic fungi — tiny, overlooked organisms essential for breaking down leaves, feeding insects and keeping freshwater ecosystems healthy. The work might lead to surprising applications: One called Clavariopsis aquatica produces a compound that has antibiotic properties. With their habitats under threat, scientists are aiming to better understand and protect these crucial but fragile microorganisms.
Researchers in Switzerland search streams for aquatic fungi — tiny, overlooked organisms essential for breaking down leaves, feeding insects and keeping freshwater ecosystems healthy. The work might lead to surprising applications: One called Clavariopsis aquatica produces a compound that has antibiotic properties. With their habitats under threat, scientists are aiming to better understand and protect these crucial but fragile microorganisms.
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