The Journal of Macrofungi is an international, peer-reviewed, open-access journal dedicated to advancing research and knowledge in the fields of macrofungi, including their classification, distribution, and ecological interactions. Our scope covers all aspects of fungal research, including taxonomy, ecology, biotechnology, and more. We invite original research, reviews, and discussions that align with the following areas:
The Journal of Macrofungi publishes original research and review articles focusing on interdisciplinary studies related to macrofungi (mushrooms). The journal covers scientific fields including agriculture, biology, chemistry, pharmacy, horticulture, biotechnology, and environmental sciences, provided that the research is directly related to macrofungi.
Identification, morphological and molecular systematics, phylogeny, and biodiversity studies of macrofungi from different ecosystems.
Ecological roles of mushrooms, soil–fungi–plant interactions, environmental factors influencing fungal growth, and ecosystem services.
Genetic diversity, strain improvement, breeding programs, and hybridization for enhanced productivity and disease resistance.
Physiological responses, metabolic pathways, enzyme production, and biochemical characterization of macrofungi.
Bioactive compounds, antioxidant and antimicrobial activities, anticancer potential, nutraceutical applications, and pharmaceutical relevance of macrofungi.
Applications of nanomaterials in mushroom cultivation, food preservation, disease control, and enhancement of functional and medicinal properties.
Pathology of cultivated and wild mushrooms, including fungal, bacterial, and viral diseases, with emphasis on diagnosis, prevention, and control strategies.
Applications of artificial intelligence, machine learning, and image analysis in species identification, quality assessment, disease detection, and food safety evaluation.
Plant–fungal symbiosis, mycorrhizal relationships, and their importance in crop productivity, forestry, and ecosystem stability.
Bioremediation, biofertilizers, enzyme technology, food processing, and industrial utilization of macrofungi.
Geographical distribution, habitat modeling, and spatial analysis of macrofungal diversity under different climatic conditions.
Traditional, cultural, medicinal, and culinary uses of mushrooms in different societies.
Conservation of fungal biodiversity, climate adaptation, and the role of macrofungi in carbon cycling.
Educational studies, awareness programs, and outreach activities related to mushroom science and applications.