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The Fungal Science Behind HBO's 'The Last of Us'

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Fungal Defenses and Climate Change

This chapter examines the natural defenses humans possess against fungal pathogens, emphasizing the importance of body temperature as a barrier. It also explores the implications of climate change on fungi's adaptive capabilities, particularly the risks posed by Cryptococcus to vulnerable populations.

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