About MSI
Mycological Society of India (MSI) is a scientific body constituted for the advancement of Mycology in India. The society was founded in January 1973 by a team of mycologists led by Prof. C.V. Subramanian, former President, International Mycological Association, with a view to bring together the mycologists of the country. One of the objectives of the MSI is to establish, maintain, and strengthen partnerships and linkages with institutions and organizations within India and abroad for the welfare and benefit of mycologists. Its broad objectives are to promote development of mycology for the prospects and in the widest perspectives.
At present, there are more than 675 Life Members in the society. "KAVAKA." the official transactions of the Mycological Society of India (the word 'Kavaka' represents the Sanskrit word for fungus), publishes original articles and reviews on all aspects of mycology including conventional and molecular taxonomy, phylogeny, diversity, ecology, physiology, biochemistry, molecular biology, and biotechnology. Till now, 61 volumes of Kavaka have been published. MSI publishes quarterly issues of Kavaka since 2022.
The Mycological Society of India seeks applications from prospective candidates to be elected as Fellows of the Mycological Society of India (FMSI) each year through a review process. Every year, the Mycological Society of India organizes annual meeting along with conference organized by Universities and/or scientific organizations in various parts of India. Till now, 51 Annual Meetings have been conducted throughout the country spreading scientific knowledge.
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