The International Mycological Association (IMA) is a professional organization that promotes mycology, the study of fungi. It was founded in 1971 during the first International Mycological Congress, which was held in Exeter (UK).[1][2]
The IMA publishes the open access scientific journal IMA Fungus.
It represents the interests of over 30,000 mycologists worldwide.[3]
Awards
The society makes several awards for contributions to mycology:[4]
De Bary Medal to long-established mycologists based on their career achievement
Ainsworth Medal for services to the world of mycology
