Fungal Species: Mortierella hyalina

Microbial-mediated induced resistance: interactive effects for improving crop health

This research explores how beneficial microbes like Trichoderma fungi and Bacillus bacteria can help plants naturally defend themselves against diseases. These microbes trigger the plant’s built-in immune system through chemical signals and molecular processes similar to how our immune system responds to threats. The approach offers an eco-friendly alternative to chemical pesticides for protecting crops, though effectiveness varies depending on environmental conditions.

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Compatible traits of oleaginous Mucoromycota fungi for lignocellulose-based simultaneous saccharification and fermentation

Researchers tested nine types of fungi to find which ones are best at producing oils from plant waste for making biofuels. They tested how well each fungus could handle higher temperatures and break down cellulose, which is the main component of plant material. Lichtheimia corymbifera was the clear winner because it could grow at higher temperatures while still breaking down plant material efficiently, making it ideal for the combined process of breaking down and fermenting plant waste.

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