Fungal biotechnology

Fungal biotechnology involves using fungi—microorganisms like molds and yeasts—in various scientific and industrial applications. These fungi are harnessed to produce medicines, such as antibiotics, improve food production through fermentation, and develop biofuels or biodegradable materials. They are valuable because they can rapidly grow and efficiently convert raw materials into useful products. This field combines microbiology, genetics, and engineering to innovate sustainable solutions across healthcare, agriculture, and manufacturing, leveraging fungi's natural abilities to benefit society and the environment.