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Neuroparasitology (NATURE ZOMBIES) with Matt Simon

Ologies with Alie Ward

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Zombies in Popular Culture and Cordyceps

This chapter explores the use of the term 'zombie' in popular culture, particularly in relation to Cordyceps fungi. It discusses the origin of the word 'zombie' in Haitian folklore and its portrayal in movies and video games, such as The Last of Us. The chapter also touches on the inaccuracies of Cordyceps-inspired zombies in popular media.

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