International Journal of Fungi

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• Published Open access Original Research 11 Sep 2026

  Ascobolus scatigenus (Berk. & Curtis) Brumm: New to Eastern Uttar Pradesh and Revision of Checklist of Ascobolus

  By Dheeraj Pandey, Ovaid Akhtar, Shweta Chaturvedi, Mohd. Shahbaan, Ifra Zoomi

  Abstract: In this study, Ascobolus scatigenus (Berk. & Curtis) Brumm. was reported for the first time from a newly described habitat in Eastern Uttar Pradesh, India. So far, this coprophilous cup-fungus was known to be reported only from Saharanpur Garden, Sheikhupura, Hyderabad, and Punjab. External morphology and microscopic characteristics were very similar to those of Ascobolus scatigenus (Berk. & Curtis) Brumm. Many apothecial cups of the fungus were growing over the …

  Published in International Journal of Fungi · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 1–9 Read article →

• Published Subscription Review Article 22 Jul 2026

  Curvularia spp. and Curvularia Infections: A Comprehensive Review

  By Atul Khajuria, Kiran Kumari, Tapaswi Ram Khajuria

  Abstract: Curvularia spp., dematiaceous (melanin-pigmented) fungi in the family Pleosporaceae, emerge as opportunistic pathogens that cause phaeohyphomycosis, allergic fungal rhinosinusitis, and keratitis. This review dissects their pathogenesis via melanized cell walls, conferring tissue invasion, protease secretion, and immune evasion in immunocompromised hosts. Clinical manifestations span cutaneous (70%), sinopulmonary (20%), disseminated (5-10%), and CNS forms, mimicking aspergillosis or mucormycosis. Laboratory diagnosis hinges on histopathology (irregular septate hyphae, 3-8 µm, brown on Fontana-Masson), …

  Published in International Journal of Fungi · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2026 Read article →

• Published Subscription Review Article 9 Jul 2026

  White-Rot Fungi-Based Bioprocessing for Circular Bioeconomy & Valorization of Lignocellulosic Waste

  By Mukesh Chander

  Abstract: The escalating global demand for sustainable resource management and the imperative to reduce dependence on fossil-based products have positioned the circular bioeconomy as a transformative paradigm for the 21st century. Lignocellulosic biomass, generated abundantly as agricultural and forestry residues, constitutes one of the most underexploited renewable carbon sources on Earth, yet its recalcitrant structure, interlinking cellulose, hemicellulose, and lignin, has long impeded its efficient valorization. White-rot fungi (WRF), predominantly belonging …

  Published in International Journal of Fungi · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2026 Read article →

• Published Subscription Review Article 4 Apr 2026

  Dermatophytoses: Taxonomy, Pathogenesis, Diagnosis, Resistance, and Management.

  By Pradeep singh, Atul Khajuria, Ashish Kumar

  Abstract: Dermatophytes, belonging to the family Arthrodermataceae, are keratinophilic fungi responsible for superficial mycoses. Dermatophytoses affect the skin, hair, and nails globally. Over the last few years, dermatophytic infections have seen a sharp rise in India, with the main causative agent being antifungal-resistant Trichophyton mentagrophytes genotype VIII. This review provides a detailed overview of dermatophytoses, including taxonomy, pathogenesis, epidemiology, diagnosis, and treatment. Dermatophytes belong to the kingdom Fungi, family Arthrodermataceae, with …

  Published in International Journal of Fungi · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 28–37 Read article →

• Published Subscription Review Article 3 Apr 2026

  FUNGI IN THE GLOBAL BIOECONOMY: HARNESSING THE R POTENTIAL ACROSS AGRICULTURE, MEDICINE, INDUSTRY, AND ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY

  By David Sunday ARAOTI

  Abstract: One of the most diverse and functionally versatile groups of living organisms, fungi has played a significant role in maintaining ecological balance, human well-being, agricultural production, and industrial processes. Despite their vast potential, the use of fungi systems in solving some of the most serious challenges facing the world today, such as climate change, food security, and AMR, is still in its infancy. New developments in genomics, biotechnology, and systems …

  Published in International Journal of Fungi · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 20–27 Read article →

• Published Subscription Review Article 1 Apr 2026

  Marine Fungi – An Expandable Source for Production of Novel Bioactive Metabolites: A Comprehensive Review

  By Prikshit Rampal, Mukesh Chander

  Abstract: The marine environment, representing the largest and most extreme biome on Earth, serves as an unparalleled reservoir of biodiversity. Within this vast ecosystem, marine fungi have emerged as a prolific source of structurally diverse and pharmacologically active secondary metabolites. Dwelling in habitats characterized by extreme high salinity, high hydrostatic pressure, and low temperatures, these microorganisms have evolved unique biochemical and metabolic pathways to synthesize novel compounds, including pyrrole-imidazole alkaloids, cyclic …

  Published in International Journal of Fungi · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 30–37 Read article →

• Published Subscription Review Article 27 Mar 2026

  Histoplasma capsulatum (Dimorphic Fungus) in India: Biological Features, Virulence Mechanisms, and Clinical Implications of Histoplasmosis.

  By Atul Khajuria, Ashish Kumar, Pradeep Singh

  Abstract: Histoplasmosis is a systemic mycosis caused by the thermally dimorphic fungus Histoplasma capsulatum. Infection is acquired primarily by inhalation of infectious microconidia and may range from asymptomatic infection to severe disseminated disease. Although histoplasmosis has classically been associated with the river valleys of the Americas, it is being increasingly recognized in Asia, including India, where it frequently mimics tuberculosis, leishmaniasis, lymphoma, and leprosy, resulting in delayed diagnosis and treatment. Cutaneous …

  Published in International Journal of Fungi · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 38–48 Read article →

• Published Subscription Review Article 15 Mar 2026

  The Mycobiome Frontier – Pre & Post 2020 Status: Integrating Fungal Bioactive Compounds, Probiotics, and Antimicrobial Peptides in Modern Therapeutics and Biotechnology.

  By Mukesh Chander, Tejal Padda

  Abstract: The fungal kingdom represents an indispensable resource in modern therapeutics and biotechnology, offering a diverse array of bioactive compounds, probiotics, and antimicrobial peptides (AMPs). Functional fungal polysaccharides (FFPs), such as beta-glucans, chitin, and mannans, are centrally involved in modulating the human gut microbiota, providing novel therapeutic avenues for chronic conditions including diabetes, neurodegenerative disorders, and cancer. These compounds act as prebiotics, nourishing beneficial bacteria and enhancing metabolic parameters such as …

  Published in International Journal of Fungi · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 1–11 Read article →

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