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Optimization of substrate formulation for Hericium erinaceus by replacing wood by straw and their effect on enzyme activities

Researchers developed an improved growing formula for lion’s mane mushrooms using agricultural waste materials like rice straw and corn cob instead of wood chips. This new formula grew mushrooms faster, with better harvest yields (89% biological efficiency), and produced mushrooms with higher nutritional value including more protein and beneficial minerals. The innovation helps solve resource conflicts with the forestry industry while reducing cultivation costs and environmental waste.

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Ultrasound-Assisted Determination of Selenium in Organic Rice Using Deep Eutectic Solvents Coupled with Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometry

This study developed environmentally friendly solvents called deep eutectic solvents (DESs) to detect selenium in rice without using toxic chemicals. Researchers optimized four different DES formulations and used ultrasonic waves to extract selenium from rice samples. The new green chemistry approach achieved comparable or better results than traditional harsh acid digestion methods while being safer for the environment.

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