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Episode 5:
Hello my scientists, I'm Kaitlyn Kuehn a plant biologist with a thirst for mycology. Today we talk about the top 7 reasons why plant-fungi interactions are important with guest Randall Simonson.

1. Plant metabolism:  Photosynthesis, Protein Synthesis, Lipids, Induced Systemic resistance
2. Biodiversity: Soil fungi act like a support network
3. Practical Advancements: MycoApply, BioOrganics
4. Mediate Climate Change: Plants and fungi could slow climate change
5. Nutrient exchange
6. Understanding interactions related to AI and neural connections with Randall Simonson
7. Mycorrhizations

As well as flora funga facts, juicy news, quote a scientist, and this weeks book recommendation. Join me on this wild ride as we dive into episode 5.

Drank of the Week:  Zingzang Bloody Mary

Juicy News: Microscopic partners could help plants survive stressful environments

Flora Funga Facts:
Root to tree ratio
Indian Pipe Plant

Quote a Scientist:  State of the Worlds Plants and Fungi
" Trees are most effective + efficient at providing...mycorrhizae fungi." -Prof Stevenson

Book Recommendation: Mycorrhizal Planet

Other Resources:
Fantastic Fungi
Randall Simonson: rasimonson34@gmail.com

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Mycorrhizal Planet by Michael Phillips
Explains in depth the world of symbiotic relationships between plants and fungi.

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