Fungal Species:  Boletus pinophilus

Metabarcoding Unveils Seasonal Soil Microbiota Shifts and Their Influence on Boletus edulis and Boletus reticulatus Mycelium in Quercus robur Stands

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This research studied how soil bacteria and fungi change across fall months in oak forests in Spain and how these changes relate to the growth of valuable edible mushrooms (Boletus species). Scientists used DNA analysis to identify thousands of different microorganisms in the soil. They found that September had the most diverse microbial communities, October showed a decline, and November saw partial recovery. Importantly, Boletus mycelium showed different patterns of growth depending on the month and was associated with specific beneficial bacteria and fungi.

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210Po and 210Pb in King Bolete (Boletus edulis) and Related Mushroom Species: Estimated Effective Radiation Dose and Geospatial Distribution in Central and Eastern Europe

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This research examined radioactive elements in wild edible mushrooms from Poland and Belarus to assess their safety for human consumption. The study found that while these mushrooms do contain naturally occurring radioactive materials, the levels are low enough to be safe for eating. Impact on everyday life: – Confirms the safety of consuming wild mushrooms from studied regions – Provides data for environmental monitoring of radioactivity – Helps inform food safety guidelines and regulations – Contributes to understanding environmental distribution of natural radioactive elements

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