Topic: fungal biology

The conference examines fungal biology through genetics, genomics and other molecular approaches. Sessions connect genome regulation and epigenetics with development, metabolism, stress responses and signalling. Fungal interactions as pathogens or symbionts, secondary metabolites, antifungal compounds and biotechnology are also included. The programme brings academic and industrial researchers together and considers how AI and new experimental tools can expand fungal research.

The Society for Mycotoxin Research brings together research on fungal toxins, from their occurrence and management to the fungal biology, ecology and genetics that determine production. The workshop connects analytical methods with toxicology, exposure biomonitoring and approaches to remediation and mitigation. A travel-support scheme for eligible early-career scientists aged 40 or younger from designated developing countries accepts applications from November 1 through December 31, 2026; it requires a scientific contribution and supports in-person attendance.

The congress brings together fungal biology, ecology, evolution, molecular genetics, genomics, systematics and biotechnology with plant pathology and medical mycology. Plenary lectures, thematic symposia, workshops and posters connect fundamental research with applications and provide professional-development opportunities for early-career scientists. The Korean Society of Mycology organizes the congress in collaboration with the International Mycological Association, convening the international fungal-research community in Songdo.