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Compatible traits of oleaginous Mucoromycota fungi for lignocellulose-based simultaneous saccharification and fermentation

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Researchers tested nine types of fungi to find which ones are best at producing oils from plant waste for making biofuels. They tested how well each fungus could handle higher temperatures and break down cellulose, which is the main component of plant material. Lichtheimia corymbifera was the clear winner because it could grow at higher temperatures while still breaking down plant material efficiently, making it ideal for the combined process of breaking down and fermenting plant waste.

Virulence factors of Candida spp. isolated from COVID-19 patients: hydrolytic enzyme activity and biofilm formation

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During the COVID-19 pandemic, many hospitalized patients developed fungal infections caused by Candida yeasts alongside their coronavirus infection. Researchers studied 71 Candida samples from COVID-19 patients to understand how these fungi cause disease by examining three damaging enzymes they produce and their ability to form protective biofilm layers. The findings showed that these fungi are highly virulent, producing strong enzyme activity that helps them invade tissues and resist treatment, which helps explain why these infections are particularly dangerous in COVID-19 patients.

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 two common pesticides (2,4-D and chlorpyrifos) interact with an enzyme called laccase produced by a white rot fungus. Using laboratory tests and computer simulations, they found that the fungus can survive exposure to these pesticides while still producing active laccase. Importantly, chlorpyrifos actually increased the enzyme’s activity, suggesting it could be useful for breaking down pesticide-contaminated soil and water.

Ectophoma salviniae sp. nov., Neottiosporina mihintaleensis sp. nov. and four other endophytes associated with aquatic plants from Sri Lanka and their extracellular enzymatic potential

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Scientists in Sri Lanka discovered and identified six species of fungi living inside aquatic plants from freshwater lakes. Two of these were entirely new species never documented before. The researchers found that these fungi produce different enzymes that could break down starches, cellulose, and other complex molecules, which might have useful applications in biotechnology and other industries.

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 different fungal strains from cold and warm environments respond to sudden temperature drops. Researchers tracked enzyme activity related to energy production and found that fungi adapted to cold environments handle stress better than warmth-loving fungi. The type of enzyme activity and how old the fungal cells were both affected the response to cold, providing insights that could help predict how disease-causing fungi behave in cold conditions.

Selective Homologous Expression of Recombinant Manganese Peroxidase Isozyme of Salt-Tolerant White-Rot Fungus Phlebia sp. MG-60, and Its Salt-Tolerance and Thermostability

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Scientists studied a special fungus from mangrove forests that can break down tough plant materials in salty environments. They created engineered versions that produce three different types of a cleanup enzyme called manganese peroxidase. One version of this enzyme was found to actually work better in salty conditions and remain stable at high temperatures, making it potentially useful for industrial applications in harsh environments.

The removal of black ink via Emericella quadrilineata as a green alternative technique to recycling ink waste papers

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Researchers discovered that a fungus called Aspergillus quadrilineatus can remove black ink from waste papers, providing an environmentally friendly alternative to chemical-based recycling methods. Under optimal conditions including neutral pH and room temperature, the fungus successfully removed 97% of ink from contaminated papers through a process called biosorption. This natural approach uses enzymes produced by the fungus to break down and remove the ink, making it a cost-effective solution for paper recycling that reduces environmental damage from traditional chemical methods.

Transcriptomic profiling revealed important roles of amino acid metabolism in fruiting body formation at different ripening times in Hypsizygus marmoreus

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Researchers studied why the marbled puffball mushroom takes such a long time to produce fruit bodies by analyzing gene expression at different growth stages. They found that genes involved in amino acid processing and lignin breakdown are particularly important during fruiting body formation. By understanding these molecular processes, scientists can potentially develop ways to shorten cultivation time and improve mushroom farming efficiency.

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