The phrase "wood decay" refers to the process where wood breaks down and becomes damaged due to fungi or other organisms that feed on it, causing it to rot and lose its strength. Full definition
A novel paper led by Inger Skrede (University of Olso, Norway) reveals a number of features that can explain why the dry to fungus Serpula lacrymans is the most successful invasive wood decay fungus in the built environment. (scilifelab.se)
«Measuring trees with the speed of sound: Non-invasive sonic technology measures wood decay in living, tropical trees.» (sciencedaily.com)
Gilbert's research on wood decay is building toward a large study about how pathogens and diseases control the prevalence of tropical tree species. (sciencedaily.com)