Take Penicillium, for example—it’s the mold responsible for producing penicillin, one of the most important antibiotics in medicine. However, if you find Penicillium growing in your home ...

The world's supply of Brie and Camembert could be in danger. One mold, called Penicillium camemberti, is responsible for the cheeses' iconic white rinds and creamy, tangy centers. But the ...