Fungal Species:  Neolentinus lepideus

Fungal graviresponses: Physiological and molecular insights from tissue reorientation in the gravity vector

Fungi can sense gravity and grow in specific directions to help disperse their spores effectively. They use several different biological ‘sensors’ like protein crystals and fat droplets that shift with gravity, triggering growth changes. This review explains how these sensing systems work at the cellular and molecular levels, and why understanding them matters for growing mushrooms and studying biology in space.

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A Two-Step Bioconversion Process for Canolol Production from Rapeseed Meal Combining an Aspergillus Niger Feruloyl Esterase and the Fungus Neolentinus Lepideus

This research developed an environmentally-friendly way to produce canolol, a valuable antioxidant compound, from rapeseed meal waste using fungi and enzymes. The process is more efficient than traditional methods and avoids harsh chemicals. Impact on everyday life: – Enables sustainable production of natural antioxidants for food and health products – Provides a way to create value from agricultural waste materials – Demonstrates greener manufacturing processes that avoid toxic chemicals – Could lead to more affordable antioxidant supplements and food preservatives – Supports development of natural alternatives to synthetic additives

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