Fungi are a highly diverse group of heterotrophic eukaryotes characterized by the absence
of phagotrophy and the presence of a chitinous cell wall. While unicellular fungi are far from …

Wood durability researchers have long described fungal decay of timber using the starkly
simple terms of white, brown and soft rot, along with the less destructive mold and stain …

Mushroom-forming fungi (Agaricomycetes) have the greatest morphological diversity and
complexity of any group of fungi. They have radiated into most niches and fulfil diverse roles …

The influence of forest management on fungal diversity and community composition has
been the subject of a wide number of studies over the last two decades. However, the …

Fungi play many essential roles in ecosystems. They facilitate plant access to nutrients and
water, serve as decay agents that cycle carbon and nutrients through the soil, water and …

I summarize current knowledge about the ecosystem functions of wood decomposition in
forests with a particular focus on the effects of fungal wood decay types (traditionally …

Microbial biodeterioration of timber and woody material in buildings can cause costly
restoration procedures. Here, we focus on Serpula lacrymans (commonly known as dry-rot) …

To elucidate the genomic traits of ecological diversification in the Hymenochaetales, we
sequenced 15 new genomes, with attention to ectomycorrhizal (EcM) Coltricia species …

The evolutionary split between gymnosperms and angiosperms has far‐reaching
implications for the current communities colonizing trees. The inherent characteristics of …

In this review, we argue that there is much to be learned by transferring knowledge from
research on lignocellulose degradation to that on plastic. Plastic waste accumulates in the …