In the dystopian world of the TV series, a heat-adapted version of the cordyceps fungus takes over humans, turning them into zombies. In reality, the caterpillar fungus may be capable of saving ...

The white stuff that engulfs these flies is a fungus called Entomophthora muscae — Entomophthora translates to “ destroyer of ...

The researchers found cordycepin triphosphate blocks two separate signaling pathways often hijacked by cancer cells to assist ...

But scientists say that global pandemic-causing fungus featured in the HBO series The Last of Us could lead to a game-changing cancer treatment. Cordyceps militaris, also known as caterpillar ...

Tech and Science Daily speak to the lead author, Dr. Cornelia De Moor. Dr De Moor says the fungus has the presence of a potent chemical that stop cancer cell growth, and could lead to a ...

In my research, I’ve collected and handled hundreds of living and dead zombie cicadas, as well as countless fungus-infected insects, spiders and millipedes. I’ve dissected hundreds of ...

In my research, I’ve collected and handled hundreds of living and dead zombie cicadas, as well as countless fungus-infected insects, spiders and millipedes. I’ve dissected hundreds of specimens and ...