This research studied how proteins change during the development of Termitomyces heimii, an edible mushroom that grows in partnership with termites. By understanding these protein changes, scientists hope to better understand how this valuable but difficult-to-cultivate mushroom grows and develops. Impacts on everyday life: – Could help develop methods to cultivate this delicious and nutritious mushroom commercially – Provides insight into sustainable food production through understanding natural symbiotic relationships – Advances our understanding of how organisms develop and grow – May lead to better cultivation techniques for other difficult-to-grow mushrooms – Could contribute to preservation of traditional food sources in regions where this mushroom is consumed