I n 2023, researchers uncovered new insights into the eerie world of fungi that transform insects into "zombies." Carolyn ...

Cordyceps is a genus of fungi that may have anti-aging and exercise performance benefits, among several others. This article discusses six science-based benefits of Cordyceps.

It's the real-life horror story of a flesh-eating, brain-warping fungus from the genus Cordyceps, which inspired the zombie-apocalypse video game and "TV series The Last of Us." ...

Cordyceps is growing in popularity as a health and sports supplement, with cordyceps' purported benefits ranging from increased energy production and better oxygen uptake to improved athletic ...

The new Ophiocordyceps species, found only in flies, are related to the pathogen featured in the video game and TV series ...

But now that Cordyceps seems to be evolving once again, the show has finally brought back this key mechanic from the game for season 2.

The Last of Us Season 2 Episode 5 reveals that the evil driving the HBO hit’s drama has evolved. I’m talking, of course, about both the Cordyceps virus and the show’s never-ending cycle of ...

Can cordyceps infect humans? In "The Last of Us," cordyceps — a real fungus that infects insects — evolves into a harmful pathogen for humans due to a warming climate.

Cordyceps fungus: ‘The Last of Us’ co-star thriving outside the spotlight Parasitic fungi have a grip on us, yet most are still a scientific mystery. By Matt Kasson Published Apr 11, 2025 9:38 ...