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The Transformation and Protein Expression of the Edible Mushroom Stropharia rugosoannulata Protoplasts by Agrobacterium-tumefaciens-Mediated Transformation

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Scientists developed a genetic engineering technique to modify king stropharia (a cultivated edible mushroom) by inserting foreign genes into its cells. This breakthrough allows researchers to study how the mushroom grows and produces beneficial compounds. The technique uses a bacterium called Agrobacterium tumefaciens to naturally deliver genes into mushroom cells, similar to how it infects plants. This advancement could lead to improved cultivation practices and enhanced nutritional or medicinal properties.

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Leveraging polysaccharide-derived nanocarriers to open new horizons in oral vaccine activation

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Oral vaccines are easier to administer than injections, but the stomach’s harsh environment destroys them before they work. Scientists are developing special nanocarrier particles made from natural plant materials, especially those used in traditional Chinese medicine, that protect vaccine ingredients and trigger stronger immune responses in the gut. These carriers work like protective vehicles that deliver vaccines safely to immune cells in the intestines, potentially revolutionizing how we vaccinate people worldwide.

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Bioactive Steroids Bearing Oxirane Ring

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This research reviews special types of steroids that contain oxirane rings, which are highly reactive chemical structures found in marine organisms, fungi, and plants. These compounds have shown promise in treating various diseases including cancer, inflammation, and high cholesterol. Scientists used computer software to predict and analyze the biological activities of over 150 different epoxy steroids, categorizing them by the position of their oxirane ring. The findings suggest these natural compounds could be valuable for developing new medicines and understanding how chemicals interact with our bodies.

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A concise review of mushrooms antiviral and immunomodulatory properties that may combat against COVID-19

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This review explores how medicinal mushrooms have compounds that could help fight COVID-19 and boost immune function. Various mushroom species contain natural substances like beta-glucans and polysaccharides that have shown antiviral properties and can strengthen the body’s immune response. The research suggests these mushrooms could potentially be used alongside conventional treatments to help patients recover from COVID-19 more effectively.

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