Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Concept Videos

Fungal Phylum Microsporidia01:28

Fungal Phylum Microsporidia

606
Microsporidia are a group of obligate intracellular fungi that were initially classified as protists but were later reclassified based on phylogenetic, molecular, and structural evidence linking them to the Chytridiomycota. These unicellular, non-motile organisms are highly specialized parasites that infect a wide range of animal hosts, including humans. They have evolved extensive genomic and metabolic reductions, making them highly dependent on their hosts for survival.Morphology and Genomic...
606
Skin Diseases and Disorders01:23

Skin Diseases and Disorders

5.8K
Skin is the first line of defense and encounters a variety of microbes. Some pathogenic strains are often the cause of a broad range of infections of the skin and other body systems. These conditions can affect people of all ages and may have different causes, including genetic factors, infections, autoimmune reactions, environmental factors, and lifestyle choices.
Gram-positive Staphylococcus spp. and Streptococcus spp. are responsible for many of the most common skin infections. However, many...
5.8K
Fungal Group Zygomycota01:29

Fungal Group Zygomycota

1.6K
Zygomycota, previously classified as a distinct fungal group, are primarily terrestrial, saprophytic molds that play a crucial role as decomposers. Recent phylogenetic studies have revealed that these fungi are now divided into two major clades — Mucoromycota, which includes many symbiotic species, and Zoopagomycota, which primarily consists of parasitic and pathogenic fungi. These groups exhibit distinct ecological roles and reproductive strategies while sharing key structural and...
1.6K
Fungal Phylum Basidiomycota01:26

Fungal Phylum Basidiomycota

1.5K
Basidiomycota is a diverse phylum of fungi that includes ecologically significant decomposers such as white rot fungi, symbionts like mycorrhizal fungi, plant pathogens such as rusts and smuts, and edible species like Agaricus bisporus (the common button mushroom). These fungi play crucial roles in nutrient cycling, symbiotic relationships, and even human health. Their defining feature is the basidium, a microscopic club-shaped structure responsible for producing basidiospores.Fruiting Bodies...
1.5K
Fungal Phylum Ascomycota01:28

Fungal Phylum Ascomycota

1.8K
Phylum Ascomycota, a major division within the subkingdom Dikarya, comprises a diverse range of fungal species, including both unicellular yeasts and filamentous molds such as Aspergillus and Penicillium. These fungi thrive in a variety of habitats, from aquatic ecosystems to terrestrial environments, playing crucial ecological and economic roles.Morphology and ReproductionThe defining characteristic of Ascomycetes, commonly referred to as sac fungi, is the ascus—a sac-like structure that...
1.8K
Diversity of Protists II01:27

Diversity of Protists II

1.5K
Alveolates are a group of organisms recognized by the presence of alveoli, which are cytoplasmic sacs located beneath the cell membrane. While their function remains uncertain, alveoli may help regulate water balance by controlling how much water enters and leaves the cell. In dinoflagellates, these structures may serve as armor plates. There are three major types of alveolates: ciliates, which move using cilia; dinoflagellates, which use flagella for movement; and apicomplexans, which are...
1.5K

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

Cryptococcus gattii complex infections in southern Brazil: epidemiology, clinical features, management and outcomes from a 33-year cohort.

Medical mycology·2026
Same author

Establishment of epidemiological cutoff values against <i>Fonsecaea monophora</i>, an agent of chromoblastomycosis and cerebral phaeohyphomycosis.

Journal of clinical microbiology·2026
Same author

Reply to Chen et al., "Methodological considerations for the establishment of epidemiological cutoff values for <i>Sporothrix</i> species using CLSI broth microdilution".

Antimicrobial agents and chemotherapy·2026
Same author

Association between nanoparticle-impregnated textiles and reduced ventilator-associated pneumonia rates in the ICU: An interrupted time-series analysis.

American journal of infection control·2026
Same author

Wickerhamomyces anomalus Fungemia during Healthcare-Associated Outbreak, Pereira, Colombia, 2025.

Emerging infectious diseases·2026
Same author

Outbreak of Wickerhamomyces anomalus (formerly Candida pelliculosa) Bloodstream Infections, Venezuela, 2022-2023<sup>1</sup>.

Emerging infectious diseases·2026
Same journal

Trials of medical countermeasures to begin in DR Congo.

The Lancet. Infectious diseases·2026
Same journal

Community-based tuberculosis screening with computer-aided detection technology alone and in combination with point-of-care C-reactive protein testing: a paired screen-positive trial.

The Lancet. Infectious diseases·2026
Same journal

Context matters: WHO-recommended tools in combinations validated for community tuberculosis screening.

The Lancet. Infectious diseases·2026
Same journal

Global, regional, and national burden of tuberculosis and multidrug-resistant tuberculosis by HIV status, 1990-2023: a systematic analysis for the Global Burden of Disease Study 2023.

The Lancet. Infectious diseases·2026
Same journal

Nine-valent human papillomavirus vaccine: implications for cervical elimination.

The Lancet. Infectious diseases·2026
Same journal

Community-engaged implementation strategies to increase doxycycline post-exposure prophylaxis uptake among men who have sex with men in China (DoxyForward): a three-group, open-label, randomised controlled trial.

The Lancet. Infectious diseases·2026
See all related articles

Related Experiment Video

Updated: Feb 25, 2026

Bio-energetics Investigation of Candida albicans Using Real-time Extracellular Flux Analysis
08:48

Bio-energetics Investigation of Candida albicans Using Real-time Extracellular Flux Analysis

Published on: March 19, 2019

7.5K

Neglected endemic mycoses.

Flavio Queiroz-Telles1, Ahmed Hassan Fahal2, Diego R Falci3

  • 1Hospital de Clínicas, Federal University of Paraná, Curitiba, Brazil.

The Lancet. Infectious Diseases
|August 5, 2017
PubMed
Summary
This summary is machine-generated.

Fungal infections can enter through skin wounds, causing neglected tropical diseases like sporotrichosis. Early diagnosis and treatment are crucial for these chronic conditions, especially in low-income regions.

More Related Videos

Application of I TASSER, trRosetta, UCSF Chimera, HADDOCK server, and HEX loria for De Novo and In Silico Design of Proteins
05:08

Application of I TASSER, trRosetta, UCSF Chimera, HADDOCK server, and HEX loria for De Novo and In Silico Design of Proteins

Published on: July 8, 2025

1.2K
Author Spotlight: Photodynamic Therapy as a Novel Approach to Induce Petite Colonies in Drug&#45;Resistant Candida for Antifungal Research
09:06

Author Spotlight: Photodynamic Therapy as a Novel Approach to Induce Petite Colonies in Drug-Resistant Candida for Antifungal Research

Published on: March 29, 2024

1.1K

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: Feb 25, 2026

Bio-energetics Investigation of Candida albicans Using Real-time Extracellular Flux Analysis
08:48

Bio-energetics Investigation of Candida albicans Using Real-time Extracellular Flux Analysis

Published on: March 19, 2019

7.5K
Application of I TASSER, trRosetta, UCSF Chimera, HADDOCK server, and HEX loria for De Novo and In Silico Design of Proteins
05:08

Application of I TASSER, trRosetta, UCSF Chimera, HADDOCK server, and HEX loria for De Novo and In Silico Design of Proteins

Published on: July 8, 2025

1.2K
Author Spotlight: Photodynamic Therapy as a Novel Approach to Induce Petite Colonies in Drug&#45;Resistant Candida for Antifungal Research
09:06

Author Spotlight: Photodynamic Therapy as a Novel Approach to Induce Petite Colonies in Drug-Resistant Candida for Antifungal Research

Published on: March 29, 2024

1.1K

Area of Science:

  • Mycology
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Dermatology

Background:

  • Fungal infections pose significant health risks, entering mammalian hosts through respiratory or cutaneous routes.
  • Traumatic inoculation can lead to neglected mycoses, including sporotrichosis, chromoblastomycosis, and mycetoma.
  • These chronic fungal diseases can cause severe disabilities and are often underdiagnosed.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the impact of fungal infections, particularly neglected mycoses, on global health.
  • To emphasize the diagnostic and therapeutic challenges associated with these diseases.
  • To raise awareness about the prevalence and consequences of fungal skin and systemic infections.

Main Methods:

  • Review of existing literature on fungal infections and neglected mycoses.
  • Analysis of disease presentation, including cutaneous and systemic manifestations.
  • Discussion of diagnostic hurdles and treatment limitations.

Main Results:

  • Fungal spores cause various syndromes, from subclinical to severe diseases like sporotrichosis and chromoblastomycosis.
  • Chronic fungal infections can lead to physical deformities and amputations, impacting quality of life.
  • Histoplasmosis and paracoccidioidomycosis mimic other conditions, posing diagnostic challenges and potential mortality.

Conclusions:

  • Cutaneous and systemic mycoses are neglected diseases affecting millions, particularly in low-income countries.
  • Suboptimum management due to diagnostic and therapeutic challenges requires urgent attention.
  • Increased recognition and improved interventions are vital for controlling these debilitating fungal infections.