Hide & Seek with Morels

Hide & Seek with Morels

Hide & Seek with Morels As spring rolls in many mushrooms enthusiasts get moving in hopes of finding the elusive Morel. Morels belong to the genus Morchella, which is a type of sac fungi. There are several species within the Morchella genus, and they can be found...
What is Psilocybin?

What is Psilocybin?

Psilocybin: The Magic Compound Behind Psychedelic Mushrooms Psilocybin is a naturally occurring psychedelic compound found in certain species of mushrooms, including Psilocybe cubensis and Psilocybe semilanceata, also known as “magic mushrooms.” This...
Sterile Checklist for a Clean Lab

Sterile Checklist for a Clean Lab

General sterile checklist for working in a clean lab space: Personal hygiene: Make sure you are clean and healthy before entering the lab. Wear appropriate clothing, hair tied back, and remove jewelry that could come in contact with the work area. Disinfect your...
Fungi & Bioremediation

Fungi & Bioremediation

Oyster mushrooms (Pleurotus ostreatus) are a type of saprotrophic fungus that are highly effective in bioremediation due to their ability to break down a wide range of organic compounds, including petroleum hydrocarbons and pesticides, into simpler and less harmful...
Historical look into Psilocybe Mushrooms

Historical look into Psilocybe Mushrooms

Psilocybin mushrooms have been used in various indigenous cultures for centuries for their psychoactive effects. Here is a basic overview of the history of psilocybin in indigenous cultures, including some key dates and facts: Evidence suggests that psilocybin...