Special Issue on Fungus

Fungus are any member of the group of eukaryotic organisms that includes unicellular microorganisms such as yeasts and molds, as well as multicellular fungi that produce familiar fruiting forms known as mushrooms. These organisms are classified as a kingdom, Fungi, which is separate from the other life kingdoms of plants, animals, protists, and bacteria.

In this special issue, we intend to invite front-line researchers and authors to submit original researches and review articles on exploring fungus. Potential topics include, but are not limited to:

• Characteristics
• Microscopic structures and macroscopic structures
• Growth and physiology
• Fungal reproduction
• Evolution of fungi
• Important roles in ecosystems
• Pathogenic mechanisms
• Fungal infection
• Mycotoxins
• Human use of fungi

Authors should read over the journal’s Authors’ Guidelines carefully before submission. Prospective authors should submit an electronic copy of their complete manuscript through the journal at Paper Submission System.

Please kindly specify the “Special Issue” under your manuscript title. The research field “Special Issue – Fungus” should be selected during your submission.

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Please contact Editorial Assistant at

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