Research Keyword: nomenclature

Ketamine, Psychedelics, and Psychotherapy: Reframing, Redefining, Renaming Treatment Models

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This paper addresses confusion about how ketamine and psychedelics are being used to treat mental health conditions like depression and PTSD. The authors propose new clear definitions to distinguish whether these drugs are used alone for their chemical effects, combined with established talk therapies, or used to create experiences that are then processed in therapy. Using these clearer definitions will help patients, doctors, and regulators better understand what treatments involve and make more informed decisions.

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MycoNews 2023: Editorial, news, reports, awards, personalia, and book news

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This report highlights major developments in mycology during 2023, featuring updates from international fungal research conferences held around the world. It covers new awards recognizing fungal research including innovative uses of fungi for environmental cleanup and sustainable energy storage. The report also discusses emerging therapeutic uses of psilocybin-containing mushrooms for treating depression and anxiety, and emphasizes the importance of international gatherings for mycologists to share discoveries and collaborate.

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Current taxonomic status of the cultivable and uncultivable Paracoccidioides species

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Paracoccidioides are fungi that cause serious infections in humans and dolphins. Scientists have recently reorganized and renamed these fungi into five different species—three that can be grown in labs and two that cannot. Some previously named species turned out to be invalid due to naming rule violations. This article explains the correct names and classifications that doctors and researchers should use.

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Nomenclatural review of names published in the fungal genus Dermoloma (Basidiomycota, Agaricales, Tricholomataceae) based on morphological analyses of type specimens

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Scientists have carefully re-examined nine fungal specimens from the genus Dermoloma that serve as the reference standards for naming these mushroom species. Using detailed microscopic analysis, they found that some specimens previously classified as Dermoloma actually belong to different genera, while others represent distinct species. This work helps clarify the true identity of Dermoloma mushrooms and provides a stable foundation for accurately naming new species discovered in the future.

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MycoNews 2022: editorial, news, reports, awards, personalia, and book news

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Mycology is experiencing rapid growth in public awareness and scientific recognition. Popular books and films about fungi have dramatically increased interest in the field. The International Mycological Community celebrated major achievements in 2022, with prominent conferences and awards recognizing outstanding research and contributions to understanding fungi’s vital roles in nature and human health.

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Current taxonomic status of the cultivable and uncultivable Paracoccidioides species

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Researchers have clarified the scientific names and classification of five species of fungus that cause disease in humans and dolphins. Some previously proposed species names were found to be invalid because they didn’t follow proper naming rules. The paper recommends that scientists use updated disease names like paracoccidiodomycosis instead of the older term lobomycosis to maintain consistency in medical terminology.

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