Mycotown Editorial Team

The Mycotown Editorial Team is responsible for creating, reviewing, and maintaining the educational and reference content published on Mycotown.com. Our work focuses on the accurate, responsible, and clearly contextualised presentation of information relating to mushroom spores, microscopy, taxonomy, and general mycology. All content is produced for educational and research purposes only, with an emphasis on factual accuracy, clarity, and compliance with UK law. The editorial team combines: Long-term experience sourcing and handling mushroom spores for microscopy Ongoing review of academic literature and reputable mycological resources Practical knowledge of microscopy techniques and spore morphology A commitment to ethical publishing standards and harm-avoidance Every article is reviewed to ensure it: Clearly distinguishes educational content from commercial information Avoids cultivation guidance or unlawful instruction Reflects current understanding and terminology within mycology Is written to be accessible, neutral, and informative Where appropriate, content is periodically updated to reflect changes in scientific understanding, terminology, or legal context. Mycotown’s editorial standards are guided by the principle that useful information should be accurate, responsibly framed, and easy to understand, particularly in subject areas that require care and nuance. Read our editorial standards