Fungal Infection (IMAGE) Oregon State University Caption The corn stem on the left is infected with Fusarium graminearum -- a common fungus that researchers have genetically altered in work that may aid the discovery of new antibiotics. Credit (Photo by Eric Schmelz, courtesy U.S. Department of Agriculture) Usage Restrictions None License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.