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Introduction to mycology

An introductory course to the science behind fungi

Event details

4 - 5 September 2025
10am - 4pm

Tutor:

Nathan Smith

Price

£155

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Location: Classroom

About the course

Covering fungal biology and ecology, the course will also examine the wider cultural impact of fungi in art, music and religion. Participants will be taught what makes a fungus, the fundamentals of fungal identification and introduced to some of the key debates in mycology today. Nathan will also direct participants to available resources and local groups should they wish to continue their fungal adventures.

Suitable for beginners

About the tutor

Dr Nathan Smith, FLS, is a mycologist, historian and Senior Curator of Mycology, Lichenology, and Bryology at National Museum Wales. His research focuses on the changing perceptions of mycology and botany and how disciplinary identity shapes practice in the study of the natural world.

Bookings for this course will close on 21 August

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Please take the time to read our course cancellations and refunds policy.

Please note that once this course has been filled, you can email education@botanic.cam.ac.uk to be added to a waiting list.

 

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