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Genetic and Genomic Analysis Identifies bcltf1 as the Transcription Factor Coding Gene Mutated in Field Isolate Bc116, Deficient in Light Responses, Differentiation and Pathogenicity in Botrytis cinerea

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Researchers studied a weak strain of gray mold fungus found in Spanish vineyards to understand why it cannot infect plants when exposed to light. Using genetic analysis, they discovered that the weakness is caused by a mutation in a single gene called bcltf1, which normally helps the fungus sense light and decide when to grow or reproduce. By restoring this gene in mutant strains, scientists confirmed its importance for fungal virulence and light responses, providing insights that could eventually help develop better disease control strategies.

Comparative phosphoproteome analysis to identify candidate phosphoproteins involved in blue light-induced brown film formation in Lentinula edodes

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Researchers studied how blue light triggers brown film formation on shiitake mushroom mycelia by analyzing protein modifications called phosphorylation. Using advanced mass spectrometry techniques, they identified thousands of phosphorylation changes in proteins when mushroom mycelia are exposed to blue light. The findings revealed that blue light activates several important processes including light sensing, pigment production, and cell wall degradation, providing insights into how mushrooms develop fruiting bodies in response to light signals.

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Genetic and Genomic Analysis Identifies bcltf1 as the Transcription Factor Coding Gene Mutated in Field Isolate Bc116, Deficient in Light Responses, Differentiation and Pathogenicity in Botrytis cinerea

Comparative phosphoproteome analysis to identify candidate phosphoproteins involved in blue light-induced brown film formation in Lentinula edodes