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Hongos: Descubriendo su papel en la naturaleza, la tecnología y la cultura (Divulgación científica) - Softcover

Bazo Coronilla, Eduardo

 
9791387556228: Hongos: Descubriendo su papel en la naturaleza, la tecnología y la cultura (Divulgación científica)

Synopsis

Since time immemorial (some 700 million years), fungi have inhabited the Earth, silent witnesses to transforming ecosystems and civilizations that emerge and disappear. Invisible underground or unfolding in extraordinary forms, they are the hidden threads that weave the complexity of life. This work, by the prominent biologist Eduardo Bazo, unravels their fundamental role as essential decomposers, builders of forests and microscopic architects of ecological balance. But their history goes far beyond nature: from devastating plagues that shaped empires to scientific discoveries that saved millions of lives, fungi have influenced the future of humanity in unexpected ways. Through surprising episodes, this book immerses us in a reality where fungi can be both allies and enemies. We will delve into stories of biological terror, fungal pandemics and fungi capable of destroying crops and fortunes. We will explore how certain microorganisms have inspired science fiction, video games or even successful television series such as "The Last of Us", and even experiments at NASA. We will also discover the impact of fungi on food, medicine and even the fashion industry. A fascinating journey that invites us to rethink what we thought we knew about these organisms and their influence on our past, present and future. Can fungi save the world or destroy it?

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About the Author

Licenciado en Biología por la Universidad de Sevilla. Desde que finalizó su etapa académica ha venido realizando diferentes labores en materia de gestión ambiental, paisajismo y difusión de la botánica y la etnobotánica para diferentes administraciones públicas. Asimismo, es colaborador recurrente del Centro de Investigación y Desarrollo de Recursos Científicos BioScripts. Su primera obra publicada es Con mucho gusto (Cálamo, 2021) y con menos frecuencia de la que le gustaría publica textos divulgativos en las webs de Hidden Nature o Hablando de Ciencia, asociación de la que también es socio.

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