This research helped resolve confusion about how different types of fungi are related to each other by studying their physical features and DNA. The findings help scientists better classify and identify these fungi, which are commonly found in soil and air. Impacts on everyday life: – Improved ability to identify fungi in environmental and clinical samples – Better understanding of fungal diversity in indoor and outdoor environments – More accurate classification system helps track potentially harmful fungi – Enhanced knowledge base for studying fungi that affect agriculture and food storage – Better tools for identifying fungi in medical settings