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Mushroom stem-based diets elicit region-specific shifts in rainbow trout gut microbiota

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Researchers tested whether mushroom stem waste products could be used as sustainable fish feed ingredients. When juvenile rainbow trout were fed diets containing 30% mushroom stems from three different species, their gut bacteria changed in beneficial ways without harming the intestinal lining. Different parts of the gut showed different bacterial responses, with the most beneficial effects being increased growth of helpful bacteria like Mycoplasma and Legionella. This research suggests mushroom processing byproducts could improve aquaculture sustainability while supporting fish health.

Haplotype-resolved genomes of Phlebopus portentosus reveal nuclear differentiation, TE-mediated variation, and saprotrophic potential

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Scientists sequenced the complete genomes of two compatible strains of the king bolete mushroom (Phlebopus portentosus), an important edible and medicinal species. The study found that mobile DNA elements called transposons play a major role in creating genetic differences between the two fungal nuclei and in generating the diversity of compounds that give mushrooms their health benefits. The research shows this mushroom can both partner with trees and break down organic material on its own, making it uniquely adaptable.

Insights into microbiome-triterpenoid correlation in Poria cocos via comparative analysis of sclerotial and soil microenvironments

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Researchers discovered that the medicinal fungus Poria cocos creates its own specialized microbial environment in its underground structure that is closely linked to the production of pachymic acid, a compound with anti-cancer and immune-boosting properties. By comparing the microbes living in the fungus versus surrounding soil, they found specific beneficial bacteria and fungi that thrive in the fungus but are rare in soil. This discovery could help improve cultivation techniques to produce higher quality medicinal fungi with more therapeutic compounds.

A bibliometric analysis of fungal volatile organic compounds

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Fungi release distinctive smells made up of volatile compounds that help them communicate with plants, bacteria, and other organisms. These fungal smell chemicals have grown from being studied mainly in wine fermentation to being explored for helping crops grow better, fighting plant diseases naturally, and creating food flavors without chemicals. This research shows that understanding how fungi use these smell chemicals could lead to more sustainable farming practices and natural alternatives to harmful pesticides.

Detection of electrical signals in fungal mycelia in response to external stimuli

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Scientists developed a new tool to detect electrical signals produced by fungal mycelia, the root-like networks of fungi. Using special circuit boards with tiny sensors and a noise-reducing cage, they successfully measured electrical activity in growing fungi that varied when exposed to toxic chemicals. These findings suggest fungi use electrical signals to communicate within their networks, similar to how nerve cells communicate in animals.

Innovative applications of medicinal mushrooms in functional foods and nutraceuticals: a focus on health-boosting beverages

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This comprehensive review explores how medicinal mushrooms are being transformed into health-boosting beverages like coffees, teas, and energy drinks. Mushrooms contain powerful compounds that support immunity, reduce inflammation, protect the liver, and enhance brain function. As consumers increasingly seek natural health alternatives, mushroom beverages are emerging as a major market trend, combining ancient wellness traditions with modern science to create convenient, tasty drinks that genuinely benefit health.

Structure-Forming Properties of Pleurotus ostreatus: A Promising Resource for Edible 3D Printing Applications

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Low-grade oyster mushrooms, which normally go to waste due to cosmetic imperfections, contain valuable nutrients and compounds that make them excellent for 3D food printing. These mushrooms naturally possess properties like chitin and β-glucans that create the right consistency for printing edible structures. Using these discarded mushrooms for innovative 3D printing reduces waste, cuts production costs by up to 75%, and creates nutritious, customizable food products.

Transcription factor FfMYB15 regulates the expression of cellulase gene FfCEL6B during mycelial growth of Flammulina filiformis

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This study explores how mushrooms break down cellulose to grow. Researchers found that a protein called FfMYB15 acts as a master switch that turns on the gene for an enzyme (cellulase) needed to digest cellulose in the Flammulina filiformis mushroom. By controlling this enzyme, FfMYB15 helps the mushroom grow faster and more efficiently on cellulose-rich materials used in cultivation.

Morphogenesis, starvation, and light responses in a mushroom-forming fungus revealed by long-read sequencing and extensive expression profiling

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Researchers created a detailed genetic instruction manual for a common mushroom species called Coprinopsis cinerea. Using advanced sequencing technology, they identified all the genes and precisely mapped where genes start and stop, what controls them, and how they respond to light and hunger. This improved genetic map reveals how mushrooms form fruiting bodies and survive changing environmental conditions, providing a valuable resource for understanding mushroom biology and improving mushroom cultivation.

Providing a toolbox for genomic engineering of Trichoderma aggressivum

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Scientists have developed a set of techniques to genetically modify the fungus Trichoderma aggressivum, which is usually known for ruining mushroom crops. This genetic toolkit allows researchers to edit genes in this fungus to study how it produces various compounds and why it affects mushrooms. By using modern gene-editing technology called CRISPR, researchers can now create specific mutations and study the fungus’s useful properties, such as its potential to protect crops or promote plant growth.

Fungal Species: Pleurotus ostreatus