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BIOL 180 - Introductory Mycology

This is a lecture/lab/field/discussion course focused on the basic and applied biology of mushrooms and related fungi. Topics will include: mushroom diversity, ecology and evolution; identification of New England mushrooms; mushroom cultivation; fermented fungal foods and beverages; ethnomycology, medical mycology; and topics in applied mycology (mycoremediation, alternative uses of fungi and fungal products, etc). The course will include opportunities for weekend field trips to attend local mushroom forays. Fulfills the Biological Diversity requirement for the Minor.

 

Prerequisites: BIOL 101  and BIOL 102 .

Anticipated Terms Offered: Offered every other year
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