On November 26th, the 2025 Asian Mycological Congress, co-hosted by the Asian Mycological Congress (AMC), the Mycological Society of China (MSC), and Zhongkai University of Agriculture and Engineering, concluded successfully in Guangzhou.
The closing ceremony was presided over by Bai Fengyan, Vice Chairman and Secretary-General of the Mycological Society of China, and Researcher at the Institute of Microbiology, Chinese Academy of Sciences. Cai Lei, Vice President of the Asian Mycological Congress and Researcher at the Institute of Microbiology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, and Cheng Ping, Member of the Standing Committee of the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC), Chairman of the Guangdong Provincial Committee of the Revolutionary Committee of the Chinese Kuomintang (RCCK), and Director of the Key Laboratory of Green Prevention and Control of Southern Horticultural Crops, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, delivered speeches successively.
Cai Lei, Vice President of the Asian Mycological Congress (AMC) and Researcher at the Institute of Microbiology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, pointed out that the successful holding of this congress in China—home to the world’s richest fungal biodiversity and a profound mycology tradition—has demonstrated to the globe why Asia has emerged as a hotspot for mycology research and application.
He emphasized that the grand event brought together experts and scholars from over 30 countries, not only showcasing remarkable innovation capacity and in-depth scientific research that drive disciplinary development but also promoting ideological exchanges among researchers, educators, and industry experts, laying a solid foundation for future cooperation. He firmly believed that the insights gained at the congress would inspire future research, and the connections established would lead to significant new research progress in the years to come. He revealed that the new AMC Council would soon launch the call for the host venue of the next congress and looked forward to reuniting with colleagues in the academic community.
Cheng Ping, Member of the Standing Committee of the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC) and Director of the Key Laboratory of Green Prevention and Control of Southern Horticultural Crops, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, pointed out that as a top-tier academic event in the field of mycology, this congress, successfully held in Guangzhou for the first time, marks a milestone. She emphasized that the conference assembled more than 400 experts and scholars from 32 countries and regions worldwide.
Through 4 plenary lectures, 23 thematic symposia, 81 posters, and 170 oral presentations, it comprehensively showcased the latest research achievements in areas such as fungal biodiversity, systematics, edible fungi, and medicinal fungi, fully demonstrating the vigorous vitality and innovation capacity of Asian mycology research. The congress received a total of 350 submission abstracts, and the academic presentations selected through rigorous screening not only reflected high academic standards but also provided a valuable exchange platform for global mycologists. She expressed the hope that everyone would revisit Guangzhou, the "Flower City," and Zhongkai University of Agriculture and Engineering for guidance and exchanges, carrying the academic gains and wonderful memories from this congress. She believed that with the joint efforts of all parties, mycology research would embrace a more brilliant development prospect.
In addition, the congress also set up the "Excellent Poster Award." After rigorous evaluation by the review committee based on three aspects—academic originality, research value, and poster presentation effect—10 winners were finally selected. Guo Liangdong presented the awards to the recipients.
In addition, the congress also set up the "Excellent Poster Award." After rigorous evaluation by the review committee based on three aspects—academic originality, research value, and poster presentation effect—10 winners were finally selected. Guo Liangdong presented the awards to the recipients.
Upon the successful conclusion of the congress, special tribute was paid to the groups that made silent contributions behind the scenes. A volunteer recognition session was specially arranged, where Zhou Xinhua, Director of the Development Planning Department of Zhongkai University of Agriculture and Engineering, Yu Guohui, Dean of the College of Agriculture and Biology, Zhongkai University of Agriculture and Engineering, and Deng Wangqiu, Researcher at the Institute of Microbiology, Guangdong Academy of Sciences, jointly presented honorary certificates to volunteer representatives, expressing sincere gratitude to this dynamic and dedicated team.
Upon the successful conclusion of the congress, special tribute was paid to the groups that made silent contributions behind the scenes. A volunteer recognition session was specially arranged, where Zhou Xinhua, Director of the Development Planning Department of Zhongkai University of Agriculture and Engineering, Yu Guohui, Dean of the College of Agriculture and Biology, Zhongkai University of Agriculture and Engineering, and Deng Wangqiu, Researcher at the Institute of Microbiology, Guangdong Academy of Sciences, jointly presented honorary certificates to volunteer representatives, expressing sincere gratitude to this dynamic and dedicated team.
