Discover the microscopic world of killer fungi through striking images taken by world-leading scientists at the University of Exeter’s MRC Centre for Medical Mycology (MRC CMM). The Centre specialises in ground-breaking research to diagnose and treat potentially deadly fungal infections. The display will feature 8 stunning microscopy images taken by researchers at the MRC CMM.

Using state-of-the-art microscopy techniques developed within the MRC CMM, scientists at the Centre are able to unlock the secret lives of deadly fungal pathogens, driving ground-breaking discoveries that will lead to new treatments. The display will also feature works from the MRC CMM’s previous collaborations with artists across various disciplines, including images of sculpture, photography, illustration and stills from performance.

Located on the ground floor of the Queen’s Building, Streatham campus, this new display space is curated by the University’s Arts and Culture team. Launched in September 2021, it provides a space to visually showcase transdisciplinary and interdisciplinary research projects, creative collaborations between staff, students and artists, and collections held at the University of Exeter.

You can view ‘The Hidden World of Killer Fungi’ on the ground floor, West Wing foyer of the Queen’s Building on Streatham campus throughout term 2 (9th January - 29th March 2024). Find out more about previous Queen’s Building displays here.