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Inhibitive effect of Urginea epigea methanolic extract and silver/zinc oxide nanoparticles on Aspergillus and aflatoxin production

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Researchers tested whether a plant called Urginea epigea could stop the growth of a dangerous fungus (Aspergillus flavus) that produces aflatoxins, which can harm humans and animals. The plant extract completely stopped fungus growth at high concentrations and significantly reduced the production of toxins by turning off the genes responsible for toxin production. This suggests that plant-based treatments could offer a natural alternative to synthetic chemical fungicides for protecting food from contamination.

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Multi-omics analysis of Taiwanofungus gaoligongensis: effects of different cultivation methods on secondary metabolites

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This study examined how different growing methods affect the medicinal compounds found in Taiwanofungus gaoligongensis, a rare Chinese medicinal fungus. Researchers discovered that growing this fungus on wood substrates from specific trees significantly increased production of beneficial compounds like antcins and antrodin C, which have anti-cancer and anti-inflammatory properties. By analyzing gene expression patterns, they identified key genes and regulatory mechanisms that control the production of these medicinal compounds, suggesting ways to improve cultivation methods for better medicinal value.

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Study on the Effect of Sooty Mould Disease in Tea Plants

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Sooty mould disease is a serious fungal infection affecting tea plants, causing a black coating on leaves that reduces photosynthesis and decreases the quality of tea. The study identified the fungus responsible (Cladosporium pseudocladosporioides) and showed that friendly bacteria can help prevent the disease. The research provides insights into how the disease damages plants at the cellular and genetic level, offering potential solutions for protecting tea crops.

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Inhibitive effect of Urginea epigea methanolic extract and silver/zinc oxide nanoparticles on Aspergillus and aflatoxin production

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Scientists tested a plant called Urginea epigea and special tiny particles made of silver and zinc to stop a dangerous fungus called Aspergillus flavus from growing and producing aflatoxins, which are harmful poisons found in food. When used at the right concentration, the plant extract completely stopped the fungus from growing. The treatment worked by turning off the fungus’s ability to make the poison by reducing the activity of specific genes. This natural approach could offer a safer alternative to chemical fungicides for protecting our food supply.

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Multi-omics analysis of Taiwanofungus gaoligongensis: effects of different cultivation methods on secondary metabolites

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Scientists studied a medicinal mushroom species to understand how different growing methods affect its beneficial compounds. They found that growing the mushroom on specific wood substrates (from cinnamon trees) produced much higher levels of therapeutic compounds compared to rice-based cultivation. Using advanced molecular techniques, they identified the genes responsible for producing these medicinal compounds and how they are controlled, providing insights to improve mushroom cultivation for better health benefits.

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