Freshwater Mycology: Perspectives of Fungal Dynamics in Freshwater Ecosystems

Freshwater Mycology: Fungal Ecology and Diversity

Edited by Suhaib A. Bandh and Sana Shafi, this book explores fungal diversity, distribution, and ecological functions across freshwater and other aquatic ecosystems. Contributions from international experts examine fungal biotransformation, bioprospecting, emerging research methods, and metagenomic approaches. The book highlights gaps in current knowledge and the importance of understanding aquatic fungi in relation to ecosystem health, environmental change, and antimicrobial resistance.

Key Features:

• Explores fungal diversity in freshwater ecosystems
• Examines the distribution and ecological roles of aquatic fungi
• Discusses fungal interactions with aquatic organisms and environments
• Covers fungal biotransformation and bioprospecting potential
• Introduces advances in research methods and fungal identification
• Explores metagenomics and molecular approaches to fungal studies
• Includes research from underrepresented aquatic regions
• Considers freshwater, estuarine, and oceanic ecosystems
• Discusses environmental change and human impacts on aquatic fungal communities
• Supports aquatic ecologists, mycologists, microbiologists, and environmental researchers