Fungal Species:  Pleurotus sp.

Potential biodegradation of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) and petroleum hydrocarbons by indigenous fungi recovered from crude oil-contaminated soil in Iran

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Scientists isolated fungi from oil-contaminated soil in Iran to find species that can break down petroleum pollutants. Two fungi species, Alternaria tenuissima and Epicoccum nigrum, showed exceptional ability to degrade harmful oil compounds called PAHs. When applied to contaminated soil in the laboratory, these fungi successfully eliminated over 70% of the long-chain hydrocarbons. This research offers a natural and cost-effective way to clean up oil-spilled soil without using harsh chemicals.

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Novel acid trehalase belonging to glycoside hydrolase family 37 from Pleurotus sp.: cloning, expression and characterization

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Scientists discovered a new enzyme in Pleurotus mushrooms that breaks down trehalose, a special sugar that mushrooms use for growth and survival. This enzyme is unusual because it works in acidic conditions and belongs to a family of enzymes (GH37) that was previously thought only to contain neutral trehalases. The researchers cloned and produced this enzyme in laboratory yeast, then tested its properties to understand how it functions. This discovery helps explain how mushrooms manage their sugar metabolism during growth and decay.

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Effect of Strain, Wood Substrate and Cold Treatment on the Yield and β-Glucan Content of Ganoderma lucidum Fruiting Bodies

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Researchers successfully cultivated a medicinal mushroom (Ganoderma lucidum) using leftover wood from sawmills and plywood factories. By testing different wood types and mushroom strains with cold treatments, they found that poplar wood combined with a specific mushroom strain produced the highest levels of β-glucan, a beneficial compound used in pharmaceuticals and food products. This approach transforms industrial waste into valuable medicinal mushrooms, supporting a circular economy.

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Identifying Indigenous Practices for Cultivation of Wild Saprophytic Mushrooms: Responding to the Need for Sustainable Utilization of Natural Resources

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This research examines traditional methods of growing wild mushrooms in Uganda, showing how local communities are adapting their practices to maintain mushroom production while protecting natural resources. The study reveals innovative ways that agricultural waste products can be recycled to grow different types of edible and medicinal mushrooms. Impacts on everyday life: – Provides sustainable income opportunities for low-income communities, especially women – Offers solutions for food security through year-round mushroom production – Demonstrates environmentally-friendly ways to recycle agricultural waste – Preserves traditional knowledge while adapting it for modern needs – Creates opportunities for value-added products and economic development

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