Coriolus versicolor – Page 3

Precision of Fungal Resistance Test Method for Cereal Husk-Reinforced Composite Construction Profiles Considering Mycelium Removal Techniques

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Scientists tested how well building materials made from plant husks and plastic resist fungal growth. They found that the standard testing method has serious accuracy problems, with results varying by more than 20%. They also discovered that how you clean the samples after fungal exposure significantly affects the test results, suggesting the test method needs better instructions.

Research Progress of Polysaccharide-Gold Nanocomplexes in Drug Delivery

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Scientists are combining polysaccharides (natural compounds found in plants and organisms) with tiny gold particles to create better drug delivery systems. These hybrid nanoparticles can transport medicines directly to cancer cells while reducing side effects and improving treatment effectiveness. The review discusses how these gold-polysaccharide combinations can also fight bacteria and viruses, making them useful for various medical applications beyond cancer therapy.

The mycelium of the Trametes versicolor synn. Coriolus versicolor (Turkey tail mushroom) exhibit anti-melanoma activity in vitro

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Turkey tail mushrooms, used in traditional Chinese medicine for thousands of years, show promise in fighting melanoma skin cancer. Scientists tested mushroom extracts on melanoma cells in the laboratory and found they kill cancer cells through multiple mechanisms, including triggering programmed cell death and activating the immune system. The mushroom extract also reduced cancer cell migration and showed potential to work better when combined with standard chemotherapy drugs like paclitaxel. These findings suggest turkey tail could be a valuable addition to melanoma treatment strategies.

Precision of Fungal Resistance Test Method for Cereal Husk-Reinforced Composite Construction Profiles Considering Mycelium Removal Techniques

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Researchers tested how well different methods measure a composite material’s resistance to fungal attack. They found that the current testing method is not very reliable, with results varying significantly between tests. More importantly, they discovered that how you clean off the fungus after testing can significantly affect the results, suggesting that testing standards need to be improved and standardized.

Modulating effects of Phellinus linteus polysaccharides on antioxidant capacity, immune function, intestinal function and microbiota in lipopolysaccharide-challenged broilers

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Researchers studied how a medicinal mushroom extract called Phellinus linteus polysaccharides could help broiler chickens recover from immune stress caused by bacterial toxins. The supplement improved the chickens’ growth, reduced harmful inflammatory responses, and promoted beneficial gut bacteria while reducing harmful ones. The treatment strengthened the intestinal barrier and restored the chickens’ natural antioxidant defenses. This suggests the mushroom supplement could be a natural alternative to antibiotics for improving poultry health on farms.

The Fungus Among Us: Innovations and Applications of Mycelium-Based Composites

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Mycelium-based composites are eco-friendly building materials made by growing mushroom fungus on agricultural waste like sawdust and straw. These materials are lightweight, provide excellent insulation and soundproofing, and are much more sustainable than synthetic alternatives. However, they absorb water easily and aren’t strong enough for load-bearing structures, making them best suited for insulation and non-structural panels.

Exploring the Anticancer Potential of Coriolus versicolor in Breast Cancer: A Review

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Coriolus versicolor, also known as turkey tail mushroom, has been used in traditional Chinese medicine for thousands of years. Recent scientific research shows it may help fight breast cancer through multiple mechanisms: killing cancer cells directly through programmed cell death pathways, breaking down the estrogen that fuels some breast cancers, preventing cancer spread, and boosting the immune system. While early studies are promising and one clinical trial showed good safety and immune benefits, larger studies are needed before this mushroom can be recommended as an official cancer treatment.

Mushroom Bioactive Molecules as Anticancerous Agents: An Overview

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Mushrooms contain natural compounds that show promise in fighting cancer by triggering cancer cell death and boosting immune function. Different mushroom species like oyster, shiitake, and button mushrooms contain substances such as beta-glucans and other polysaccharides that have demonstrated anticancer properties in laboratory and animal studies. While these mushroom compounds work through multiple mechanisms including preventing new blood vessel formation to tumors and stopping cancer cell division, more human clinical trials are needed to confirm their effectiveness as cancer treatments.

Farnesol-Induced Hyperbranched Morphology with Short Hyphae and Bulbous Tips of Coriolus versicolor

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This research investigated how a natural compound called farnesol changes the growth structure of a medicinal mushroom (Coriolus versicolor) to improve its production of useful enzymes. The modified mushroom structure had more branching and bulbous tips, which helped it secrete nearly 7 times more of an important enzyme called laccase. This finding has practical applications in biotechnology and enzyme production. Impacts on everyday life: – More efficient production of enzymes used in industrial processes and environmental cleanup – Potential cost reduction for enzyme-based products and treatments – Improved understanding of how to control fungal growth for various applications – More sustainable methods for producing industrial enzymes – Better techniques for growing medicinal mushrooms

Influence of Selenium Yeast on the Growth, Selenium Uptake and Mineral Composition of Coriolus versicolor Mushroom

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This research explored how adding selenium-enriched yeast to mushroom cultivation can create nutritionally enhanced mushroom supplements. The medicinal mushroom Coriolus versicolor was successfully grown with high levels of selenium and other beneficial minerals, potentially creating a more nutritious food supplement. Impacts on everyday life: • Provides a new way to create selenium-enriched natural supplements • Offers potential for more nutritious functional food products • Demonstrates a natural method for mineral enrichment of food • Could help address selenium deficiency through dietary supplements • Shows promise for developing new antimicrobial products

Fungal Species: Coriolus versicolor