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Production of oyster mushroom (Pleurotus ostreatus) from some waste lignocellulosic materials and FTIR characterization of structural changes

Researchers successfully grew oyster mushrooms on hazelnut branch waste, a byproduct previously burned or discarded in Turkey. The mushrooms grown on hazelnut branches produced higher yields than traditional wheat straw substrates. Scientists used specialized analysis to show how the fungus breaks down the plant material’s structure. This finding suggests a practical way to recycle agricultural waste while producing nutritious food.

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Complete mitochondrial genomic sequence of Auricularia delicata (Auriculariaceae), an edible Chinese mushroom

Scientists have completely sequenced the mitochondrial DNA of Auricularia delicata, a popular edible jelly mushroom used as food and medicine in China and other Asian regions. The genome is 189,696 base pairs long and contains 60 genes. This genetic information helps researchers understand how this mushroom is related to other species and provides a reference for future studies on mushroom cultivation and properties.

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Complete mitochondrial genomic sequence of Auricularia delicata (Auriculariaceae), an edible Chinese mushroom

Scientists have sequenced the complete mitochondrial genome of Auricularia delicata, a popular edible jelly mushroom used in Chinese cuisine and traditional medicine. The genome is 189,696 base pairs long and contains 60 genes. This genetic information helps scientists understand how A. delicata is related to other mushroom species and provides a valuable resource for future research and cultivation of this important fungal species.

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The ethnomycological knowledge of Karajá indigenous people from Bananal Island, Brazil

Researchers studied how the Karajá indigenous people of Brazil understand and use fungi in their daily lives. While the Karajá don’t eat mushrooms as food, they recognize various fungi in their environment and use them for medicine, decorations in festivals, and childhood play. The study found that the Karajá have a neutral to slightly positive view of fungi, neither strongly liking nor disliking them, and their knowledge is passed down through families from childhood.

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