neurospora
definition
a genus of fungi that includes species used in research and as a model organism in genetics
example
Researchers often utilize Neurospora as a model organism to study genetic mutations and their effects on phenotypic expression.
synonyms
fungusmoldyeast
word origin — From New Latin, from 'neuro-' meaning 'nerve' and Greek 'spora' meaning 'seed' or 'sowing', referring to the reproductive structures of fungi.