The Chernobyl disaster of 1986 left an enduring mark on the Earth, a stark reminder of the destructive power of nuclear energy.1 Yet, within this desolate landscape, a remarkable discovery has emerged: a fungus that thrives on radiation. The Radiation-Eating Fungus Cladosporium sphaerospermum, a resilient black fungus, has adapted to the extreme conditions of the … [Read more...] about Chernobyl’s Secret Weapon: The Fungus Feeding on Radiation