UMI
Unione Micologica Italiana
The Unione Micologica Italiana (UMI) is a social promotion association founded on 2 October 1969 by Prof. Gilberto Govi and Prof. Gabriele Goidànich. Since its establishment, UMI has been dedicated to promoting and supporting studies and research in the field of mycology, both from a botanical perspective and from medical and toxicological viewpoints.
The association aims to foster interest and knowledge about fungi among enthusiasts by creating and maintaining connections between amateurs, professional mycologists, and research institutions. Through its activities, UMI encourages collaboration, knowledge exchange, and the dissemination of scientific culture.UMI is also strongly committed to the protection and conservation of fungal biodiversity, promoting initiatives that raise awareness of the ecological value of fungi and contribute to safeguarding their habitats.
ANNALES 2025
Proceeding of the XXXI Congress of the European Confederation of Mediterranean Mycology The 31st Congress of the Confederation of European Mediterranean Mycology (C.E.M.M.) was held in the municipality of Iglesias, Sardinia, Italy, from 24 to 30 November 2025. The event was organized by the Italian Mycological Union (UMI-APS), the “Paolo Fantini” Sardinian Truffle Hunters’ Association,
The «Italian Journal of Mycology» is a peer reviewed journal
The Italian Journal of Mycology serves as the official scientific publication of the Unione Micologica Italiana APS. Established in 1972 by Professors Gabriele Goidanich and Gilberto Govi, the journal has, since 2015, been published online in English in order to enhance the international visibility and dissemination of the research it hosts. The «Italian Journal of
