Pleurotus ostreatus – Page 26

Development and Characterization of Mycelium-Based Composite Using Agro-Industrial Waste and Ganoderma lucidum as Insulating Material

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Researchers developed an eco-friendly insulation material using mushroom mycelium (Ganoderma lucidum) combined with waste plant materials from Colombia: Arboloco pith and grass clippings. The resulting material is lightweight, thermally efficient, and comparable to commercial insulators like expanded polystyrene. However, the material shrinks significantly and absorbs water when exposed to moisture, so additional treatments are needed before it can be widely used in buildings.

Exploring the Critical Environmental Optima and Biotechnological Prospects of Fungal Fruiting Bodies

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This research identifies the ideal growing conditions for fungal fruiting bodies like mushrooms, showing that temperature around 25°C, high humidity, and proper light exposure are key factors. The study reveals that exceeding these optimal conditions typically harms development more than staying slightly below them. Scientists discovered that fungal fruiting bodies have important uses in medicine, food production, and environmental cleanup, and new genetic technologies like CRISPR could improve cultivation methods for better yields and quality.

Identification of matB used as an endogenous reference gene for the qualitative and real-time quantitative polymerase chain reaction detection of Lentinus edodes

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This study identifies the matB gene as a reliable genetic marker for detecting shiitake mushrooms (Lentinus edodes) in food products. Researchers developed a simple DNA test that can identify L. edodes in processed foods where it might be fraudulently substituted for more expensive wild mushrooms. The test is highly sensitive, detecting DNA at extremely low concentrations, and works on both raw mushrooms and processed products. This method provides food manufacturers and regulators with an effective tool to prevent mushroom fraud and ensure food authenticity.

Screening of Basidiomycete Strains Capable of Synthesizing Antibacterial and Antifungal Metabolites

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Researchers tested 18 types of medicinal mushrooms to see if they could produce natural antibiotics. Most of them (16 out of 18) showed antimicrobial properties, with some being particularly effective against dangerous bacteria and fungi. The most promising mushroom strain (Hericium corraloides 4) showed strong activity against multiple disease-causing organisms. This research suggests that mushrooms could be valuable sources for developing new antibiotics to fight drug-resistant infections.

Fungal Innovations—Advancing Sustainable Materials, Genetics, and Applications for Industry

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Fungi can be engineered to create sustainable, eco-friendly materials that could replace traditional plastics and leather. Scientists are using advanced genetic tools to control how fungi grow and what they produce, enabling the creation of customized materials with specific properties. These fungal-based materials are biodegradable, require less water and energy to produce, and show promise for applications in packaging, clothing, and building materials. With improved manufacturing processes and genetic engineering, fungi could revolutionize how we make everyday products.

Effects of ultrasound-assisted extraction and transglutaminase treatment on the physicochemical properties of protein from Stropharia rugosoannulata

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Researchers developed improved methods to extract and modify protein from Stropharia rugosoannulata mushrooms to make them better for use in plant-based meat products. Using ultrasound waves and an enzyme called transglutaminase, they were able to increase the protein yield and improve how well the protein can hold water and oil. These modifications enhanced the mushroom protein’s ability to work as a meat substitute in food products.

The Role of Nitric Oxide in the Growth and Development of Schizophyllum commune Under Anaerobic Conditions

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This study shows that nitric oxide, a chemical messenger, plays an important role in helping a wood-decay fungus called Schizophyllum commune grow and reproduce in environments without oxygen. When nitric oxide levels are boosted, the fungus grows better and can even start forming fruiting bodies (mushrooms) under low-oxygen conditions. These findings could help scientists understand how fungi survive and thrive in extreme environments like deep ocean sediments.

Integrated Transcriptomic and Proteomic Analyses Reveal Molecular Mechanism of Response to Heat Shock in Morchella sextelata

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Morels are delicious mushrooms that are difficult to grow because they are very sensitive to high temperatures. Scientists compared two different morel strains to understand why one variety can tolerate heat better than the other. By studying the genes and proteins expressed at normal and high temperatures, researchers discovered that the heat-tolerant strain activates specific protective mechanisms, particularly through a protein called Rsp5 that helps boost other protective proteins. This research provides valuable information for breeding morel varieties that can survive warmer growing conditions in the age of climate change.

Pan-genomic characterization and structural variant analysis reveal insights into spore development and species diversity in Ganoderma

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Researchers completed the first comprehensive genome study of 15 Ganoderma (Lingzhi/Reishi) varieties, including five new Chinese strains. They discovered that specific genetic changes in the MSH4 gene dramatically increase spore production in one superior strain. These findings help explain why different Ganoderma varieties have different medicinal properties and can guide breeding of better medicinal mushroom varieties.

Centesimal Composition, Bioactive Compounds, Antioxidant and α-Glucosidase Inhibitory Activities of Commercial Edible Oyster Mushrooms at Different Maturity Stages in Northern Thailand

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This study examined how oyster mushrooms change nutritionally and chemically as they mature from young to fully grown. Researchers found that while mature mushrooms have more overall nutrients and starch-like compounds, younger middle-stage mushrooms have higher levels of beneficial antioxidant compounds and special substances that may help manage blood sugar. The findings suggest that when and how you harvest mushrooms matters for what health benefits they provide, helping farmers and food makers decide when to pick mushrooms based on what they want to produce.

Fungal Species: Pleurotus ostreatus