Topics of Interest

The Journal of Macrofungi publishes original research and review articles focusing on interdisciplinary studies related to fungi and truffles. The journal covers scientific fields including agriculture, biology, chemistry, pharmacy, horticulture, biotechnology, and environmental sciences, provided that the research is directly related to macrofungi.

1. Areas of Research Covered

• Fungal Taxonomy and Systematics: Research on the classification, identification, and phylogeny of fungi, including both mushrooms and truffles.
• Truffle Science and Research: All aspects of truffle biology, from cultivation techniques to wild truffle discovery, truffle genomics, and the economic significance of truffles.
• Mycology and Ecology: Studies on fungal ecosystems, fungal symbiosis (e.g., mycorrhizal relationships), and their ecological impacts.
• Fungal Physiology and Biochemistry: In-depth research on fungal growth, reproduction, metabolism, and biochemical processes.
• Mycotoxicology: Research on the toxicological effects of fungi and their potential implications on human health and the environment.
• Fungal Biotechnology: Applications of fungi in various industries such as food production, pharmaceuticals, bio-remediation, and environmental management.
• Fungal Conservation and Sustainability: Research dedicated to the conservation of fungal species, their habitats, and the sustainable harvesting of wild fungi, particularly truffles.

2. Types of Articles Accepted

• Original Research Articles: Articles reporting new findings in the fields of mycology, truffle science, and related disciplines.
• Review Articles: Comprehensive and critical reviews on current trends, methods, or significant issues in the study of fungi and truffles.
• Short Communications: Brief reports on new findings, preliminary research, or innovative methods.
• Mini-Review Articles: Shorter, focused reviews that provide a concise summary and critical analysis of a specific topic or recent developments in the study of fungi and truffles.

3. Geographic Scope

While MycoTruffle encourages submissions from all over the world, particular emphasis is given to research on fungal species and truffles native to or found in Iraq and the surrounding Middle Eastern and North African regions.

4. Interdisciplinary Focus

The journal welcomes interdisciplinary research that bridges mycology with other scientific fields such as:

• Agriculture and Horticulture: Applications of mycology and truffle research in sustainable agriculture, forest management, and crop cultivation.
• Environmental Science: The role of fungi in ecosystem services such as soil health, pollution degradation, and climate change mitigation.
• Pharmacology: The use of fungal metabolites in pharmaceutical applications, including antibiotics, immunosuppressants, and anti-cancer agents.
• Food Science: Innovations in the use of fungi and truffles in food production, including edible fungi, fermented products, and truffle-based products.

5. Emerging Areas

The journal also seeks to publish cutting-edge research in emerging areas such as:

• Fungal Genomics: Sequencing, genetic manipulation, and the study of fungal genomes.
• Fungal Metabolomics: The exploration of fungal metabolites and their potential applications.
• Truffle Cultivation: Advances in truffle farming and cultivation techniques, including issues related to soil quality, tree symbiosis, and artificial inoculation.
• Fungal Pathology: The study of fungal diseases affecting both humans and agriculture, as well as potential solutions for prevention and control.