Definition: A genus of ascomycetous fungi, family Sordariaceae, order SORDARIALES, comprising bread molds. They are capable of converting tryptophan to nicotinic acid and are used extensively in genetic and enzyme research. (Dorland, 27th ed)
an ascomycete much used in genetic & enzyme research; do not confuse with NEOSPORA, a protozoon
ExamplesNeurospora crassa
