What is brain-colonizing fungus? Expert explains Cryptococcus neoformans
Out of the hundreds of fungal disease-causing pathogens in humans, only four are considered "critical risks" to human health. The deadliest, Cryptococcus neoformans, colonizes the brain, but can be found all around us. University of Florida Emerging Pathogens Institute member breaks down key questions surrounding this intriguing yet sinister fungus.
