Performance of Wild-Serbian Ganoderma lucidum Mycelium in Treating Synthetic Sewage Loading Using Batch Bioreactor

This research demonstrates how mushroom-based technology can be used to clean wastewater more effectively than traditional methods. Scientists used mycelium (root-like structures) from the medicinal mushroom Ganoderma lucidum to remove pollutants from synthetic sewage. The treatment was particularly effective in acidic conditions and showed better results than conventional bacterial treatments. Impacts on everyday life: – Provides a more sustainable and natural way to treat domestic wastewater – Could lead to more efficient and cost-effective sewage treatment plants – Demonstrates potential for reducing water pollution using biological methods – Shows promise for developing environmentally friendly waste management solutions – Could help improve water quality in communities with limited treatment infrastructure