The Remarkable Potential of Fungi

Abstract

Fungi are a relatively understudied group yet an essential, charming, and valuable group of organisms with an implausible biotechnological potential for industrial applications. Because of fungi's cosmopolitan habitats and the need to compete against various other fungi, bacteria, and animals, various survival mechanisms have been developed in fungi. Fungi have various potential uses, but their potential application research is poorly supported overall. On the other hand, many of the studies carried out in academic fields are fundamental, even in biotechnology and applied mycology. Despite the obvious benefits to ecosystems, it has been found to be one of the reasonable answers to alleviate the world's food hunger by providing various nutritional and medicinal benefits. Today, secondary metabolites extracted from fungi are used as vital drugs, however, there is a huge gap in the research field. The fungi have significant potential to give countless medicinal values, and could be the place to find answers to many incurable diseases. Nevertheless, fungi are at great risk all over the world, due to human colonization and other interconnected effects, thus efforts should also be made to protect this gifted kingdom.