Research Keyword: marine mycology

From seagrass roots to saline soils: discovery of two new genera in Lulworthiales (Sordariomycetes) from osmotically stressed habitats

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Scientists discovered two previously unknown types of fungi living in extreme salty environments: one in the roots of a seagrass species from Mauritius and another in salt-affected soils in Czechia. Through DNA analysis and microscopic examination, these fungi were formally named as new genera and species belonging to a group of fungi specialized in living in salty conditions. The findings suggest these fungi are more widespread and adaptable than previously thought, challenging the idea that they live only in ocean environments.

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Diversity and Ecology of Fungi from Underexplored and Extreme Environments

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This editorial introduces a special issue on fungi that survive in harsh environments like deserts, salty water, polar regions, and polluted sites. Scientists are discovering that these remarkable fungi can help clean up contaminated soil, support plant growth under stress, and may have pharmaceutical uses. The research brings together classical mycology with modern genetic techniques to unlock the untapped potential of these extreme-environment fungi.

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Diversity and Ecology of Fungi from Underexplored and Extreme Environments

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This research paper highlights the remarkable diversity of fungi that thrive in some of Earth’s most challenging environments, from polluted soils and hypersaline lagoons to Arctic and Antarctic lakes. These fungi possess unique adaptations that allow them to survive extreme conditions and play important roles in plant health, pollution cleanup, and ecosystem resilience. The paper reviews multiple studies discovering new fungal species and understanding how fungi interact with their environments, offering potential applications for environmental remediation and sustainable agriculture.

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Endophytic Fungi Isolated from the Brown Alga Sargassum thunbergii in Coastal Korea

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Researchers isolated six previously unknown fungal species living inside the brown seaweed Sargassum thunbergii collected from Korean coastal waters. These fungi, identified through genetic analysis and physical characteristics, belong to families known for producing compounds with antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties. The discovery reveals that seaweeds harbor a diverse community of fungi that could potentially be used to develop new medicines and agricultural products.

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Bioactivity and chemical screening of endophytic fungi associated with seaweeds Gracilaria sp. and Sargassum sp. of the Bay of Bengal, Bangladesh

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Researchers discovered several types of fungi living inside seaweed from Bangladesh’s Bay of Bengal coast. These fungi produce natural compounds that can fight bacteria, reduce harmful oxidative damage, and potentially kill cancer cells. The study identified specific chemical compounds responsible for these beneficial properties, suggesting these fungi could be useful sources for developing new medicines.

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