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Fungi, a diverse kingdom of eukaryotic organisms, play crucial roles in ecosystems, from decomposition and nutrient cycling to symbiotic relationships and pathogenesis. They are also increasingly recognized as a source of novel biomaterials and bioactive compounds. Concurrently, the field of quantum biology investigates the often counterintuitive, yet potentially vital, roles

The large-scale structure (LSS) of the Universe, a complex network of galaxies and matter, often termed the "cosmic web," provides a fundamental testing ground for cosmological models. This web is characterized by dense clusters, elongated filaments, vast, sparsely populated voids, and sheet-like walls. Quantifying the intricate topology and

Carbohydrates, or glycans, are fundamental to virtually every biological process, mediating cell recognition, signaling, and structural integrity. Despite their ubiquity and importance, the intricate complexity of glycans has historically posed challenges for their precise manipulation and therapeutic application. Traditional therapeutics often overlook the profound impact of glycosylation, or suffer from

Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs) encompass a diverse group of hazardous chemical substances, including pesticides (e.g., DDT, lindane), industrial chemicals (e.g., PCBs, dioxins), and unintended byproducts (e.g., polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons - PAHs). Their defining characteristics—persistence in the environment, bioaccumulation in food chains, toxicity to humans and wildlife,

Beneath the icy crusts of Jupiter's Europa and Saturn's Enceladus, vast oceans may conceal secrets vital to understanding planetary evolution and the search for life beyond Earth. Traditional remote sensing methods are limited in probing these concealed seas. Sonoseismic tomography emerges as a pioneering technique, using

Quantum acoustics, an exciting and rapidly advancing field, explores the quantum mechanical behavior of phonons—the discrete quanta of vibrational energy in materials. These quantized sound waves, traditionally studied in the context of condensed matter physics for their role in thermal and electrical properties, are now emerging as powerful tools