Fungal Species:  Thermomyces lanuginosus

Ultra-high temperature bacterial agents enhance heavy metal passivation and antibiotic degradation in compost

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This study develops a faster, more effective way to treat pig manure contaminated with both heavy metals and antibiotics. By combining special heat-loving bacteria with activated carbon and optimized moisture levels, the composting process reaches very high temperatures that accelerate both metal immobilization and antibiotic breakdown. The method successfully removes over 99% of harmful antibiotics while stabilizing heavy metals within 30 days, producing safe fertilizer that meets quality standards.

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Microbial Degradation of Chromium-Tanned Leather During Thermophilic Composting: A Multi-Scale Analysis of Microbial Communities and Structural Disruption

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This study investigated how naturally occurring microorganisms can break down chromium-tanned leather waste through controlled composting at high temperatures. Researchers found that thermophilic composting successfully fragmented leather and selected specialized bacteria and fungi capable of surviving in chromium-rich environments. These microorganisms formed protective biofilms on leather surfaces, suggesting potential strategies for safer disposal of leather waste from the footwear and tannery industries.

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Surveying of Acid-Tolerant Thermophilic Lignocellulolytic Fungi in Vietnam Reveals Surprisingly High Genetic Diversity

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This research discovered new heat-loving fungi in Vietnam that can break down plant waste materials under hot and acidic conditions. These fungi produce special enzymes that remain stable at high temperatures and acidic environments, making them valuable for industrial applications. Impact on everyday life: – Could lead to more efficient and environmentally friendly processing of agricultural waste – May improve animal feed production through better feed additives – Could help develop new industrial processes that use less energy and harsh chemicals – May contribute to more sustainable biofuel production – Could reduce costs of various industrial processes that require heat-stable enzymes

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Characterization of Thermophilic Lignocellulolytic Microorganisms in Composting

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This research examined how heat-loving microorganisms break down plant waste during composting. The study found that different types of microorganisms work together to decompose tough plant materials – bacteria break down certain components throughout the process while fungi handle the more difficult parts later on. This has important real-world applications: • More efficient composting systems for handling organic waste • Development of heat-stable enzymes for industrial applications • Better understanding of how to recycle plant materials into useful products • Potential for creating new environmentally-friendly industrial processes • Improved methods for breaking down agricultural waste materials

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