MycoIndia is a peer-reviewed, open-access journal published by the Centre for Biodiversity Exploration and Conservation (CBEC), dedicated to advancing mycological research in India. It serves as a platform for high-quality contributions, including original research, reviews, short communications, and letters. Covering fungal diversity, ecology, phylogeny, taxonomy, and applied mycology, MycoIndia fosters knowledge exchange and exploration of India’s rich fungal heritage, ensuring broad accessibility and scholarly impact in the field of mycology.

Prof. Kandikere R. Sridhar, Editor-in-Chief of MycoIndia, is an Adjunct Professor at Mangalore University with 45 years in academia. He has mentored 5 MPhil and 25 PhD students in mycology and related fields. His research focuses on freshwater fungi in the Western Ghats and West Indian coastal habitats. With 19 edited books and 500+ publications, he has held visiting positions in Canada, Germany, Portugal, and Thailand. Recognized among the world’s top mycologists, he is currently a visiting professor in Bangkok. 

MycoIndia is committed to freely sharing mycological research. All articles are published under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (CC BY 4.0), allowing unrestricted access, distribution, and reproduction with proper attribution. Authors retain full copyright while ensuring global accessibility. By embracing this model, MycoIndia advances open science, removing financial and legal barriers to knowledge. This ensures high-quality research remains freely available to all. Visit CC BY 4.0 for details.

The senior editorial team of MycoIndia includes Prof. Kandikere Ramaiah Sridhar as Editor-in-Chief, bringing extensive expertise in fungal ecology. Dr. Rohit Sharma, as Managing Editor (Academic), ensures high-quality peer review and scholarly rigor. Dr. Belle Damodara Shenoy, as Managing Editor (Digital Platform), enhances the journal’s online accessibility. Together, they uphold MycoIndia’s mission to advance mycological research and provide a valuable platform for scientific contributions.

MycoIndia is a an open-access journal dedicated to mycology, ensuring broad scientific reach. With zero publication fees, it eliminates financial barriers for researchers. The journal upholds rigorous yet swift peer review, maintaining high publication standards. Its distinguished editorial board, comprising global experts, ensures scholarly excellence. By offering unrestricted access, MycoIndia maximizes visibility and impact, providing a valuable platform for researchers to showcase their contributions to the global scientific community.

MycoIndia is published by the Centre for Biodiversity Exploration and Conservation (CBEC), based in Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh, India. CBEC is dedicated to promoting biodiversity research and conservation, providing a platform for high-quality mycological studies. 

Centre for Biodiversity Exploration and Conservation (CBEC), Kundan Residency, Tilhari, Mandla Road, Jabalpur- 482 021, Madhya Pradesh, India, Phone: +91 86000 64052,  Email: contact@cbec-india.org