Exploring Molecular Tools for Transformation and Gene Expression in the Cultivated Edible Mushroom Agrocybe aegerita

This research developed new genetic tools for modifying an edible mushroom called Agrocybe aegerita. The scientists created methods to insert and express new genes in this mushroom, which is important for understanding how mushrooms grow and potentially improving their cultivation. Impacts on everyday life: • Could lead to improved mushroom cultivation techniques • May help develop more productive or resilient mushroom strains • Advances our understanding of how edible mushrooms grow and develop • Could contribute to better food production methods • Provides tools for future research on mushroom improvement