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Isolation and Characterization of a Native Metarhizium rileyi Strain Mrpgbm2408 from Paralipsa gularis in Maize: First Data on Efficacy and Enzymatic Host Response Dynamics

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Scientists in China discovered a naturally occurring fungus (Metarhizium rileyi) that effectively kills a destructive maize pest called Paralipsa gularis. When the fungus infects the pest larvae, it disrupts their natural defense enzymes and causes high mortality rates. This fungus could replace harmful chemical pesticides and provide a sustainable way to protect crops while protecting the environment.

Sustainable Recycling of Mushroom Residue as an Effective Substitute for Cotton Hull Waste in Volvariella volvacea Cultivation: Evidence from Physicochemical and Microbiome Analyses

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This research shows that mushroom waste left over from growing one type of mushroom can be recycled to grow another type of mushroom, called straw mushroom. The recycled mushroom waste works just as well as the traditional cotton hull material currently used, but costs much less money. By analyzing the bacteria and chemical changes during the composting process, scientists found that beneficial bacteria break down the organic matter effectively, making this recycling method both environmentally friendly and economically practical.

In Vitro and Computational Response of Differential Catalysis by Phlebia brevispora BAFC 633 Laccase in Interaction with 2,4-D and Chlorpyrifos

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Scientists studied how a special enzyme called laccase from a white rot fungus can break down two common pesticides: 2,4-D (a herbicide) and chlorpyrifos (an insecticide). Using both laboratory tests and computer simulations, they found that the enzyme works better at room temperature and in acidic conditions, and that it can break down chlorpyrifos more effectively than 2,4-D. This research suggests these enzymes could be useful tools for cleaning up soil and water contaminated by pesticides.

Sustainable Recycling of Mushroom Residue as an Effective Substitute for Cotton Hull Waste in Volvariella volvacea Cultivation: Evidence from Physicochemical and Microbiome Analyses

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This research shows that mushroom waste left over from growing mushrooms can be successfully recycled as a growing medium for straw mushrooms, similar to the traditional cotton hull waste currently used. The recycled mushroom residue produces mushrooms of equivalent quality and quantity but costs much less to purchase. By analyzing the microscopic bacterial communities in the compost, scientists found that different bacteria help break down the organic matter in both types of substrates, supporting efficient mushroom growth.

Impact of sublethal zinc exposure on ectomycorrhizal Laccaria bicolor x poplar symbiosis

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This research examines how a common fungus called Laccaria bicolor helps poplar trees survive in soil contaminated with zinc, a heavy metal. Even though the zinc slows down both the fungus and plant growth, they can still form a beneficial partnership. The study found that the fungus activates specific defense mechanisms to protect itself and the plant from zinc damage, particularly through the production of protective proteins and enzymes that reduce harmful chemical reactions.

Conversion of Lignocellulosic Biomass Into Valuable Feed for Ruminants Using White Rot Fungi

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Researchers tested how three types of edible and medicinal fungi could improve the nutritional quality of agricultural plant waste for feeding livestock. They found that one fungus species, Ceriporiopsis subvermispora, was particularly effective at breaking down tough plant fibers, especially in rapeseed straw and spent reed materials. The fungal treatment not only made the feed easier for ruminant animals to digest but also reduced methane gas production, which is beneficial for environmental sustainability.

Corrigendum: Compounds purified from edible fungi fight against chronic inflammation through oxidative stress regulation

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This article is a correction to a previous study about beneficial compounds found in edible mushrooms. The study examined how various mushroom-derived substances like polysaccharides and peptides can combat chronic inflammation by reducing oxidative stress in the body. Multiple mushroom species were analyzed for their antioxidant properties and mechanisms of action. The corrections ensure proper citation of the original research sources while maintaining the core scientific findings.

Growth Phase-Dependent Changes in the Carbohydrate Metabolism of Penicillium Strains from Diverse Temperature Classes in Response to Cold Stress

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This study examined how three types of fungus respond to cold temperatures by measuring changes in their metabolic enzymes. Researchers exposed young and old fungal cells to cold stress and found that cold temperatures increased enzyme activity in both energy production pathways. Interestingly, the Antarctic psychrotolerant fungus adapted better to cold than the mesophilic fungi, showing that cold-adapted organisms have superior strategies for surviving freezing conditions.

Consolidated Bioprocess for Bioethanol Production from Raw Flour of Brosimum alicastrum Seeds Using the Native Strain of Trametes hirsuta Bm-2

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Scientists successfully used a wood-rotting fungus called Trametes hirsuta to convert ramon tree seeds (which contain lots of starch) into bioethanol in a simple one-step process. The fungus naturally produces its own enzymes to break down the starch and ferment it into ethanol, eliminating the need for expensive commercial enzymes. The leftover material from this process contains high protein content and could be used as animal feed, making the process economically attractive for sustainable biofuel production.

Biodiversity of Bacteria Associated with Eight Pleurotus ostreatus (Fr.) P. Kumm. Strains from Poland, Japan and the USA

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Oyster mushrooms grown in different parts of the world carry diverse communities of bacteria living inside or on their cells. Researchers identified over 34 different types of bacteria in eight oyster mushroom strains from Poland, Japan, and the USA. These bacteria likely help the mushrooms break down wood and may protect them from diseases. This discovery shows that oyster mushrooms are not solitary organisms but rather complex ecosystems hosting beneficial bacterial partners.

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