Disease: respiratory allergies

Microfungus Podosphaera fusca and the Fungus-like Organism Peronospora ficariae as Potential Inhalant Allergens in a Mouse Model of Asthma

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This study found that two types of plant fungi, Podosphaera fusca and Peronospora ficariae, can trigger asthma-like reactions in mice similar to known allergens. While these fungi produce weaker responses than the standard allergen ovalbumin, they still cause significant inflammation, immune activation, and airway changes. The research suggests these plant parasites should be added to the list of recognized allergens that may trigger respiratory problems in humans.

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Genetic sequencing of the airborne fungal spectrum and air quality at a public hospital in Mexico City

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Researchers tested the air inside and outside a Mexico City hospital to identify harmful fungi that could make patients sick. Using two different sampling methods, they found 27 different fungal species, including dangerous ones like Aspergillus fumigatus that cause serious infections especially in people with weakened immune systems. The study shows that hospitals need better air monitoring systems to protect vulnerable patients from these airborne infections.

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Advancing automated identification of airborne fungal spores: guidelines for cultivation and reference dataset creation

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Scientists developed systematic methods to grow and collect fungal spores in controlled conditions, then test them with automated air monitoring devices. Using two different monitoring systems that analyze spore images and fluorescence properties, they trained computer algorithms to recognize different fungal species. This work creates standardized guidelines that will help hospitals, allergy clinics, and agricultural services automatically detect and identify airborne fungal spores, which are important for managing allergies and plant diseases.

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Biochemical characteristics of extracts from proallergenic microfungi Erysiphe palczewskii and Erysiphe convolvuli

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Researchers studied two types of fungi that cause powdery mildew on plants and can trigger allergies in people who breathe in their spores. They discovered that these fungi contain proteins that act as allergens, including special proteins that help fungi survive stress. The fungi also contain high levels of linoleic acid, a fatty acid that can increase inflammation in the body. This research helps scientists understand why these fungi can cause allergic reactions and could help develop better diagnostic tools for fungal allergies.

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The influence of car traffic on airborne fungal diversity in Tianjin, China

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This study examined how car traffic affects fungal spores in the air in Tianjin, China. Researchers found that during rush hours when traffic was heaviest, there were more fungal spores in the air, particularly species that cause allergies and respiratory problems like asthma. The findings suggest that reducing car traffic could help improve air quality and reduce health risks from airborne fungal exposure in cities.

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