Inside the Race for the World's First Antifungal Vaccine: Dr. Asiya Gusa Explores Impact of Climate Change

Dr. Asiya Gusa, (Molecular genetics) has warned that rising temperatures due to climate change could facilitate the growth of fungi and increase the risk of deadly infections. Dr. Gusa's research suggests that higher temperatures could trigger mutations in fungi, potentially enabling them to adapt and infect hosts or resist drug treatments more effectively. She emphasizes the urgent need for better understanding and new treatments for fungal infections, as they are notoriously challenging to treat. Click to read.