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Student Discovers LSD-like Fungus, Revolutionizing Drug Development

6/4/2025

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Corinne Hazel, a West Virginia University undergraduate, stumbled upon a groundbreaking discovery: a new fungus named Periglandula clandestina in morning glory plants. This intriguing fungus could produce ergot alkaloids akin to those found in LSD, opening doors to innovative medical treatments and potentially transforming the landscape of drug development for various health conditions.

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Corinne Hazel, a West Virginia University undergraduate, stumbled upon a groundbreaking discovery: a new fungus named Periglandula clandestina in morning glory plants. This intriguing fungus could produce ergot alkaloids akin to those found in LSD, opening doors to innovative medical treatments and potentially transforming the landscape of drug development for various health conditions.