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202519 minGdoc-short

Fungi Search

202519 minGdoc-short

Three biologists from the University of Buenos Aires travel through the Yungas region of Argentina in search of various fungi species.

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Nicolás Galizia

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Three biologists from the University of Buenos Aires travel through the Yungas region of Argentina in search of various fungi species.

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Victoria Momedirector

Nicolás Galizia

Nicolás Galiziadirector

Victoria Momewriter

Nicolás Galizia

Nicolás Galiziawriter

Joaquín Aliagacast

Synopsis

Biologists from the Institute of Mycology and Botany at the University of Buenos Aires travel through the Yungas region of Argentina. They seek various fungi species native to this area. The researchers conduct fieldwork by collecting samples and documenting findings. Their work aims to expand knowledge in mycology. The 19-minute film details their methods and research goals as they work in this biodiverse region.

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