Aspergillus luchuensis

Activation of Secondary Metabolism and Protease Activity Mechanisms in the Black Koji Mold Aspergillus luchuensis through Coculture with Animal Cells

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Researchers found that growing koji mold (Aspergillus luchuensis) alongside mouse immune cells in the laboratory significantly increases the production of valuable bioactive compounds. The mold releases enzymes called proteases that break down proteins from the animal cells, which the fungus then uses as building blocks to create medicinal compounds. This discovery shows that coculturing microorganisms with animal cells is an effective strategy to unlock hidden chemical production capabilities in fungi, which could lead to new medicines and useful compounds.

Aspergillus luchuensis, an Endophyte Fungus from the Metal Hyperaccumulator Plant Prosopis laevigata, Promotes its Growth and Increases Metal Translocation

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This research discovered a beneficial fungus living inside the roots of a metal-accumulating tree that can help clean up copper-polluted soils. The fungus helps the tree grow better and move more copper from its roots to its leaves, making the cleanup process more effective. This natural partnership between fungus and tree offers an environmentally friendly way to deal with metal pollution. Impacts on everyday life: • Provides a sustainable solution for cleaning up metal-contaminated sites • Offers a cost-effective alternative to chemical cleanup methods • Helps restore polluted land for safe use • Demonstrates nature-based solutions for environmental problems • Could improve success rates of environmental restoration projects

Fungal Species: Aspergillus luchuensis

Activation of Secondary Metabolism and Protease Activity Mechanisms in the Black Koji Mold Aspergillus luchuensis through Coculture with Animal Cells

Aspergillus luchuensis, an Endophyte Fungus from the Metal Hyperaccumulator Plant Prosopis laevigata, Promotes its Growth and Increases Metal Translocation