Podcast, 1 hr
Mycelial Mind
Can fungi help us connect with the brain? Explore a glowing installation inspired by research into mycelium, conductivity and future neural interfaces.
Part of Festival of the Mind
9 Nov 2026 09:00
Episode will release on the 6th November 2026
Inspired by Dr Tom Paterson, Dr Milena de Felice, Dr Jon Hinchcliffe and Dr Joey Shepherd’s research into the potential use of fungi in neural interfaces, this installation by Ben Carlin and Helen Brook of Second Nature Studio invites you to interact with glowing mycelial structures and explore the fascinating, unexpected connection between fungal conductivity and the human brain.
Credits
- Researcher: Dr Joey Shepherd (Senior Lecturer in Microbiology at the University of Sheffield)
- Artist: Helen Brook
- Artist: Ben Carlin
- Podcast Recording & Editing: Kitty Turner
- Podcast Producer: David Heath (Digital Engagement Officer at the University of Sheffield)
