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First Record of the Edible Mushroom Lepista sordida in Western Algerian Forest: Nutritional Value and Physicochemical Parameters of Mycelial Culture

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Researchers in Algeria discovered Lepista sordida, an edible purple mushroom, for the first time in western Algerian forests. They identified the species using DNA analysis and studied how to grow it in laboratories by testing different temperature, humidity, and pH levels. The mushroom is highly nutritious, containing significant amounts of protein and carbohydrates, making it valuable for improving local diets and addressing nutritional deficiencies.

Beeswax waste improves the mycelial growth, fruiting body yield, and quality of oyster mushrooms (Pleurotus ostreatus)

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Researchers found that adding beeswax waste to the growing substrate for oyster mushrooms significantly improves their yield and nutritional quality. At optimal levels (5%), mushrooms grown with beeswax waste produced 4% more yield and had 28% more protein than those grown with traditional wheat bran. This discovery offers an environmentally friendly solution for disposing of beeswax waste from beekeeping while producing healthier, more nutritious mushrooms.

Insights into the evolution and mechanisms of response to heat stress by whole genome sequencing and comparative proteomics analysis of the domesticated edible mushroom Lepista sordida

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Researchers sequenced the complete genome of Lepista sordida, a delicious edible mushroom valued for its health benefits, and studied how this mushroom responds to heat stress at the molecular level. Using advanced analysis techniques, they identified key proteins and signaling pathways that help the mushroom survive high temperatures. These findings can help farmers develop better-performing strains that are more resistant to heat, improving mushroom production.

Biological Activities of Secondary Metabolites from the Edible-Medicinal Macrofungi

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This comprehensive review examines over 270 bioactive compounds from edible and medicinal mushrooms, showing they have remarkable potential to treat various diseases. These mushroom-derived substances demonstrate effectiveness against cancer, diabetes, inflammation, and infections while having fewer side effects than conventional drugs. Families like reishi and shiitake mushrooms are particularly rich sources of these healing compounds. The research suggests mushrooms are valuable natural resources for developing new therapeutic treatments.

Mechanism of Enzyme Activity Regulation and Strain-Specific Response of Lentinula edodes Cultivation Adaptability Under Peach Wood Substrate

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This study shows that shiitake mushrooms can be successfully grown on peach wood waste from orchards, which reduces costs and helps the environment. While high amounts of peach wood initially slow mushroom growth, the mushrooms adapt through natural enzyme changes that boost final yields. The resulting mushrooms have better nutrition and remain safe to eat, making this an excellent way to use agricultural waste sustainably.

Utilization of Corn Steep Liquor for the Production of Fairy Chemicals by Lepista sordida Mycelia

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Researchers found that corn steep liquor, a waste product from corn processing, can be used as an inexpensive ingredient to help grow mushroom mycelia that produce fairy chemicals. Fairy chemicals are special compounds with potential uses in agriculture and cosmetics, but they are very expensive to produce. By using different concentrations of corn steep liquor in growth media, scientists determined optimal conditions for either growing more mycelia or producing more of the beneficial chemicals, making these compounds more affordable for practical use.

Biochemical Characterization and Biological Properties of Mycelium Extracts from Lepista sordida GMA-05 and Trametes hirsuta GMA-01: New Mushroom Strains Isolated in Brazil

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This research examined two newly discovered mushroom species from Brazil to understand their potential health benefits and uses. The study found that both mushrooms contain beneficial compounds that could make them valuable as functional foods or food additives. The mushrooms showed strong antioxidant properties and contained various healthy compounds called phenolic acids. Impact on everyday life: – Could lead to new natural food preservatives and additives – May provide new sources of antioxidants for health supplements – Demonstrates potential new edible mushroom varieties for food diversity – Could contribute to development of natural pharmaceutical products – Helps preserve biodiversity by showing economic value of Brazilian mushroom species

The Biosynthetic Pathway of 2-Azahypoxanthine in Fairy-Ring Forming Fungus

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This research investigates how certain fungi create ‘fairy rings’ – the mysterious circles of mushrooms or lush grass growth seen in lawns and fields. Scientists discovered the biological pathway that allows the fungus Lepista sordida to produce a chemical that stimulates plant growth. Understanding this process could help manage lawn care and potentially lead to new plant growth stimulants. Impacts on everyday life: • Better understanding of lawn maintenance and fairy ring management • Potential development of new natural plant growth stimulants for agriculture • Improved maintenance of golf courses and sports fields • Enhanced knowledge of fungal-plant interactions in ecosystems • Possible applications in sustainable agriculture practices

Are Fairy Chemicals a New Family of Plant Hormones?

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Scientists discovered new plant growth-regulating compounds called ‘fairy chemicals’ that are produced by both fungi and plants. These compounds help plants grow better and resist environmental stresses like drought and temperature extremes. This research has important real-world implications: • Could increase food production by improving crop yields naturally • Helps plants better survive environmental stresses like drought and temperature extremes • Provides a new sustainable approach to enhance agriculture without synthetic chemicals • May help address global food security challenges • Could lead to development of new agricultural products that boost crop productivity

Composition Analysis and Prebiotics Properties of Polysaccharides Extracted from Lepista sordida Submerged Cultivation Mycelium

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This research examined polysaccharides extracted from the mushroom Lepista sordida and their potential use as prebiotics and antioxidants. The study found these compounds can promote beneficial gut bacteria growth and have strong antioxidant properties, making them promising ingredients for functional foods and health supplements. Impacts on everyday life: • Could lead to new prebiotic supplements that improve gut health • May result in natural food additives that extend shelf life through antioxidant properties • Potential development of functional foods that support beneficial gut bacteria • Could help create more effective probiotic supplements with enhanced survival in the digestive system • Offers a new way to utilize mushroom-derived compounds for health benefits

Fungal Species: Lepista sordida