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Researchers produced the first global maps estimating the distribution and mass of the Earth’s arbuscular mycorrhizal fungal networks in a study published today in Science.

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an international team of researchers, Dr. Justin Stewart, Dr. Corentin Bisot, Dr. Toby Kiers, Dr. Merlin Sheldrake
What
Researchers produced the first global maps estimating the distribution and mass of the Earth’s arbuscular mycorrhizal fungal networks in a study published today in Science.
When
Wed, 17 Jun 2026 18:06:02 GMT · 5h 13m ago
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Why
The research will help scientists and decision makers understand where these vital fungal systems are thriving and where they are threatened.
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This study maps extensive underground fungal networks that transport vast amounts of carbon into soils, highlighting their critical role in plant life and climate regulation. It also reveals potential threats to these networks in agricultural areas and grasslands, which could impact global carbon storage and food security.

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