Beauveria bassiana – mycolab.ai

A putative ABC transporter gene, CcT1, is involved in beauvericin synthesis, conidiation, and oxidative stress resistance in Cordyceps chanhua

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Cordyceps chanhua is a medicinal fungus used in traditional Chinese medicine that produces a compound called beauvericin, which has health benefits but can be toxic in high amounts. Researchers discovered a gene called CcT1 that controls how much beauvericin the fungus makes. By removing this gene, they could reduce beauvericin production by 64%, making the fungus safer to use as medicine while maintaining other beneficial properties.

Effect of Selected Entomopathogenic Fungal Species on Embryonic Development of Ascaris suum (Nematoda)

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Researchers tested five types of fungi that naturally attack insects to see if they could control Ascaris roundworm eggs that contaminate pig farms and pose health risks. While none of the fungi directly killed the eggs, two species (Isaria fumosorosea and Metarhizium robertsii) successfully slowed egg development and showed potential for controlling parasites. These fungi appear to work by producing toxic compounds and enzymes rather than by penetrating the egg shells directly.

Endophytic Beauveria spp. Enhance Tomato Growth and Resistance to Botrytis cinerea via Transcriptomic Regulation

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Researchers tested five types of beneficial fungi from the Beauveria genus to see if they could help tomato plants grow better and resist gray mold disease. They found that all five species could live inside tomato plants and help them grow taller. Most importantly, the fungus Beauveria brongniartii completely protected plants from gray mold infection. By examining which genes were activated in the plants, scientists discovered that these fungi boost the plant’s natural defense systems while also improving photosynthesis.

Optimization of Protoplast Preparation and Establishment of PEG-Mediated Genetic Transformation Method in Cordyceps cicadae

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Scientists successfully developed a method to genetically modify Cordyceps cicadae, a valuable medicinal fungus used in traditional Chinese medicine. By optimizing how to remove the fungus’s protective cell wall and introducing new genes using a technique called PEG-mediated transformation, researchers created a stable system for genetic manipulation. This breakthrough opens the door for improving medicinal compounds in this fungus and advancing its use in treating various health conditions.

Biostimulant and Bioinsecticidal Effect of Coating Cotton Seeds with Endophytic Beauveria bassiana in Semi-Field Conditions

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Researchers coated cotton seeds with a beneficial fungus called Beauveria bassiana to improve plant growth and reduce insect pests. The treated cotton plants grew taller, had more leaves, and accumulated more biomass than untreated plants. Additionally, these coated seeds significantly reduced populations of aphids that naturally infested the plants, offering a chemical-free approach to pest management for cotton farming.

Hydrophobin Gene Cmhyd4 Negatively Regulates Fruiting Body Development in Edible Fungi Cordyceps militaris

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Scientists studied a gene called Cmhyd4 in Cordyceps militaris, an edible medicinal mushroom. By removing this gene, they found that the mushroom produced more fruiting bodies with higher levels of beneficial compounds like carotenoids and adenosine. This discovery could help mushroom farmers grow better quality mushrooms with improved nutritional value through selective breeding.

Fungal communities in Florida salt marsh mosquito midguts vary between species and over time but have low structure

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Researchers studied the fungi living in the guts of three types of Florida salt marsh mosquitoes. They found that all mosquitoes carried high amounts of a common environmental yeast called Rhodotorula lamellibrachiae. The type of mosquito species mattered more than the time of year for determining which fungi were present. Unlike bacterial communities in mosquitoes, the fungal communities appeared to assemble somewhat randomly rather than following organized patterns.

Effect of Rare, Locally Isolated Entomopathogenic Fungi on the Survival of Bactrocera oleae Pupae in Laboratory Soil Conditions

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Researchers tested seventeen types of fungi found in Greek olive groves to see if they could kill olive fruit flies, which damage about 30% of olive crops. They applied the fungi to fly pupae in soil and without soil, then tracked how many flies died and how much fungal growth appeared. Several fungi types, especially Aspergillus flavus and A. keveii, were very effective at killing the flies and could potentially replace harmful chemical pesticides used in olive farming.

Microsclerotia formation of the biocontrol fungus Cordyceps javanica IF-1106 and evaluation of its stress tolerance and pathogenicity

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Researchers studied a fungus called Cordyceps javanica that can be used to control harmful soil nematodes that damage crop roots. The fungus produces special dormant structures called microsclerotia that can survive extreme heat and UV radiation for extended periods. These microsclerotia showed excellent effectiveness at controlling root-knot nematodes on cucumber plants while also promoting plant growth, making them a promising natural alternative to chemical pesticides.

The Impact of Insecticides on Mycelial Growth of Metarhizium spp. and Their Efficacy in Controlling Larvae and Pupae of the House Fly (Musca domestica L.)

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Researchers tested special fungi (Metarhizium spp.) as a natural way to control house flies, which spread diseases and are becoming resistant to common pesticides. They found that two fungal strains were very effective at killing fly larvae and pupae, and these fungi could still grow well when combined with certain insecticides. This means farmers and pest control professionals could use these fungi together with specific pesticides as part of a more sustainable approach to controlling house flies without relying solely on chemicals.

Fungal Species: Beauveria bassiana