Transcriptomic Profiling Sheds Light on the Blue-Light and Red-Light Response of Oyster Mushroom (Pleurotus ostreatus)
This research investigated how different types of light affect oyster mushroom growth and development. The study found that blue light helps mushrooms grow better, especially the cap portion, by activating important energy-producing pathways in the cells. Red light had the opposite effect, slightly inhibiting growth. This has practical implications for mushroom cultivation and our understanding of how fungi respond to light. Impacts on everyday life: • Improved methods for commercial mushroom cultivation using specific light wavelengths • More efficient production of edible mushrooms for food supply • Better understanding of how to control mushroom growth and quality • Potential applications in developing new lighting systems for mushroom farms • Insights into sustainable food production techniques