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Extraction and Identification of the Bioactive Metabolites Produced by Curvularia inaequalis, an Endophytic Fungus Collected in Iran from Echium khuzistanicum Mozaff

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Researchers discovered a fungus living inside an Iranian medicinal plant that produces three natural compounds with powerful antimicrobial properties. The most promising compound, phomalactone, killed dangerous bacteria including MRSA and also prevented growth of fungal plant diseases. This discovery shows that exploring symbiotic fungi in medicinal plants could lead to new natural antibiotics and agricultural fungicides.

Negative Effects of Occurrence of Mycotoxins in Animal Feed and Biological Methods of Their Detoxification: A Review

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Molds that grow on grains and feed produce toxic substances called mycotoxins that can seriously harm farm animals, causing liver and kidney damage, reproductive problems, and reduced productivity. While proper storage and farming practices help prevent contamination, some mycotoxins still get through. Recent research shows that beneficial bacteria like those in yogurt and certain yeasts can effectively remove these toxins from animal feed, making it safer for livestock while protecting the environment from harmful chemicals.

Introduction to Traditional Medicine and Their Role in Prevention and Treatment of Emerging and Re-Emerging Diseases

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This article explores how traditional medicine systems like Ayurveda and Chinese Medicine can help prevent and treat infectious diseases, including COVID-19. These ancient healing systems use natural herbs and lifestyle changes to boost immunity and fight infections more holistically. Scientific evidence shows that natural compounds like curcumin from turmeric have real antiviral and anti-inflammatory properties. By combining traditional knowledge with modern research, we may develop better treatments for emerging diseases.

Streptomyces-Based Bioformulation to Control Wilt of Morchella sextelata Caused by Pestalotiopsis trachicarpicola

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Researchers discovered two beneficial bacteria called Streptomyces that can protect morel mushrooms from a harmful fungus causing wilt disease. When applied to morel cultivation fields, these bacteria not only prevented disease but also increased mushroom yields by about 30% compared to untreated fields. This natural biocontrol approach offers farmers an eco-friendly alternative to chemical treatments while boosting their harvests.

Effects of Isaria cateniannulata on the colonization process and enzyme activity of Fagopyrum tataricum seeds during germination

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Researchers discovered that a beneficial fungus called Isaria cateniannulata can colonize buckwheat seeds and improve their germination. When seeds are treated with this fungus, it enters the seed tissues and strengthens the plant’s natural defenses against stress. The treated plants are also more resistant to spider mites, reducing the number of eggs these pests lay. This offers a natural, chemical-free way to improve seed germination and protect crops from harmful insects.

Isolation, identification, and production optimization of natural functional pigments produced by Talaromyces atroroseus LWT-1

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Researchers isolated a special fungus called Talaromyces atroroseus that produces natural red pigments with cancer-fighting properties. These pigments killed cancer cells in laboratory tests while actually helping normal cells grow, which is an ideal combination for therapeutic potential. By optimizing growing conditions, scientists found they can produce large quantities of these pigments efficiently, offering a safe, natural alternative to synthetic dyes for food and cosmetic products.

Metabolic Patterns of Fluconazole Resistant and Susceptible Candida auris Clade V and I

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Researchers used advanced chemical analysis to identify different compounds produced by a dangerous fungus called Candida auris that can cause serious infections. They compared fungal strains that were resistant to the antifungal drug fluconazole with those that were susceptible, finding that resistant strains produced different metabolites (chemical compounds) than susceptible ones. These findings could help doctors develop better treatments by identifying what makes this fungus resistant to current medications.

Native Fungi as a Nature-Based Solution to Mitigate Toxic Metal(loid) Accumulation in Rice

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Researchers tested whether beneficial fungi from contaminated rice paddies could help reduce toxic metal buildup in rice plants. When rice was grown in heavy metal-contaminated soil under alternate wet and dry conditions and treated with native fungi, arsenic levels dropped dramatically by up to 75%. This nature-based approach offers a sustainable way to grow safe food in polluted soils without expensive chemical treatments.

Metabolic profiling of endophytic fungi acting as antagonists of the banana pathogen Colletotrichum musae

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Scientists found three special fungi living inside rainforest plants in the Philippines that can fight the fungus causing banana rot. These endophytic fungi produce chemical compounds that stop the disease-causing fungus from growing, offering a natural alternative to traditional fungicides. The researchers found that the type of growing medium affects which compounds these fungi produce, and two promising strains could potentially be used to reduce fruit losses during storage and transport.

Interference with sexual mating of Sporisorium scitamineum by verrucarin A isolated from Paramyrothecium sp

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Scientists discovered that a naturally occurring fungus called Paramyrothecium sp. produces a compound called verrucarin A that prevents sugarcane smut disease. This compound works by stopping the mating process between fungal spores, preventing the disease from developing without harming the sugarcane plant. Greenhouse experiments showed that using this natural compound reduced disease occurrence from 80% to just 37%, offering a safe and eco-friendly alternative to chemical pesticides for protecting sugarcane crops.

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