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Cold plasma degradation of Agaricus blazei Murill polysaccharides modulates the physicochemical characteristics of nano‑selenium and in vitro gastrointestinal Se release behavior.

Selenium nanoparticles (SeNPs) are a novel supplement with low toxicity but high instability. Polysaccharides are commonly used to stabilize selenium nanoparticles (SeNPs) to enhance their bioactivity..

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Reishi · 2026 · Research Article · Foods (Basel, Switzerland)

Comparative Analysis of Physicochemical Properties, Antioxidant and Enzyme Inhibitory Activities of Sporoderm-Broken Ganoderma lucidum Spore Powders from Different Regions in China.

Ganoderma lucidum spore powder is widely recognized as a high-grade Ganoderma product and is extensively consumed as a functional food and dietary supplement in China. To compare quality differences, nine batches of sporoderm-broken G..

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Enoki · 2026 · Research Article · Mycobiology

Comparative Evaluation of Disinfectants for Controlling Listeria monocytogenes on Flammulina Velutipes.

Flammulina velutipes is the most widely consumed edible mushroom in Korea, with a unique flavor and texture that support its popularity domestically and internationally. Korea produces approximately 26,000 tons of F..

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Oyster Mushroom · 2026 · Research Article · Journal of fungi (Basel, Switzerland)

Comparative Mitogenomics Reveals Intron Dynamics and Mitochondrial Gene Expression Shifts in Domesticated and Wild Pleurotus ostreatus.

Mitochondrial genomes play a central role in fungal physiology and adaptation, yet their evolutionary dynamics during domestication remain poorly understood. Here, we performed a comparative mitogenomic and gene-expression analysis of three Pleurotus ostreatus dikaryotic strains differing in origin and degree of….

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Lion's Mane · 2026 · Research Article · Frontiers in fungal biology

Comparative proteomic analysis reveals the effects of different light spectra on protein expression in Hericium erinaceus mycelium.

INTRODUCTION: Light represents a major environmental factor influencing the growth, developmental programming, and metabolic regulation of Hericium erinaceus. Different wavelengths differentially affect mycelial development, stress responses, and protein expression, highlighting the complexity of fungal….

Energy & fatigueMetabolic health

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Enoki · 2026 · Journal Article · Journal of fish biology

Comprehensive analysis of microbiome and transcriptome revealed the mechanisms of Flammulina velutipes stem-base enhance intestinal health in Gymnocypris eckloni.

Although Flammulina velutipes residues are increasingly used in fish feeds, their mode of action in the gut is poorly defined. Here, we show that feeding Gymnocypris eckloni diets supplemented with F..

Immune supportEnergy & fatigueGut & microbiome

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Reishi · 2026 · Research Article · Chinese herbal medicines

Comprehensive genomic identification and functional analysis of bHLH transcription factors in Ganoderma lucidum.

OBJECTIVE: The basic helix-loop-helix (bHLH) transcription factors (TFs) are pivotal in regulating fungal growth, development, and secondary metabolism. However, the knowledge about the Ganoderma lucidum bHLHs (GlbHLHs) in ganoderic acid (GA) biosynthesis of G.

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Snow Fungus · 2026 · Journal Article · Food chemistry

Correlation analysis of monosaccharide composition and in vitro antioxidant and hypoglycemic activities of Tremella fuciformis spore polysaccharides.

Tremella fuciformis polysaccharides have diverse bioactivities and beneficial physicochemical properties, enabling broad use in pharmaceuticals and food. This study analyzed intracellular and extracellular polysaccharides (IPs and EPs) from three T..

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Snow Fungus · 2026 · Journal Article · Journal of the science of food and agriculture

Deep eutectic solvent extraction of Tremella fuciformis polysaccharide and the extract's antioxidant activity

BACKGROUND: No study has, until now, examined the deep eutectic solvent (DES) extraction of Tremella fuciformis polysaccharide (TFP). In this study, a DES composed of choline chloride and citric acid (1:1 molar ratio) was prepared for TFP extraction..

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Snow Fungus · 2026 · Journal Article · Journal of the science of food and agriculture

Deep eutectic solvent extraction of Tremella fuciformis polysaccharide and the extract's antioxidant activity.

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Reishi · 2026 · Journal Article · Carbohydrate polymers

Design of functional hydrogel beads based on polysaccharide-encapsulated Ganoderma lucidum spores for stability and targeted gastrointestinal delivery of protein-spore complex.

Oral delivery of protein-based therapeutics and nutraceuticals is often limited by enzymatic degradation and structural instability in gastrointestinal environments, underscoring the need for safe and biocompatible carriers with tailored release profiles..

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Reishi · 2026 · Journal Article · Carbohydrate polymers

Design of functional hydrogel beads based on polysaccharide-encapsulated Ganoderma lucidum spores for stability and targeted gastrointestinal delivery of protein–spore complex

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Wood Ear · 2026 · Journal Article · International journal of medicinal mushrooms

Detrimental, Essential, and Nutritionally Nonessential Elements in Fruiting Bodies of Auricularia auricula-judae (Agaricomycetes) Collected in Localities with Different Environmental Burdens.

Selected detrimental, essential, and nutritionally nonessential elements (total of 26 elements) were determined in fruiting bodies of Auricularia auricula-judae taken from three localities with different environmental burdens: a sampling site with no direct sources of contamination, a site located near a heavily….

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Turkey Tail · 2026 · Research Article · ACS omega

Development and Application of a Hybrid Support of Laccase from Trametes versicolor with Zinc Oxide Nanoparticles for Textile Dye Degradation.

A hybrid support based on sodium alginate and green-synthesized ZnO nanoparticles was developed for the immobilization of laccase (Trametes versicolor) and applied to textile dye degradation..

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Oyster Mushroom · 2026 · Research Article · Poultry science

Dietary evaluation of Pleurotus ostreatus spent mushroom substrate on productivity, nutrient digestibility, egg quality, antioxidant status, and ovarian cytoprotective responses in laying hens.

This study evaluated the dietary inclusion level effects of Pleurotus ostreatus spent mushroom substrate (SMS) on performance, nutrient digestibility, egg quality and oxidative stability in laying hens..

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Oyster Mushroom · 2026 · Research Article · Environmental science and pollution research international

Dietary inclusion of Pleurotus ostreatus spent mushroom substrate in corn silage-based diets: effects on rumen fermentation, nutrient digestibility, and greenhouse gas emissions using a RUSITEC system.

This study evaluated the impact of incorporating Pleurotus ostreatus spent mushroom substrate (SMS) into corn silage-based diets on rumen fermentation, fiber digestibility, and biogas emissions using the Rumen Simulation Technique (RUSITEC)..

Gut & microbiome

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Snow Fungus · 2026 · Journal Article · Food chemistry

Different modified polysaccharides from Tremella fuciformis and its protective effects on oxidative damage.

Investigating the structure of polysaccharides enables a better understanding of the structure-activity relationship. Different modification methods help to improve the biological activities of polysaccharides..

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Turkey Tail · 2026 · Journal Article · Enzyme and microbial technology

Differential expression of laccase and manganese peroxidase activities of Trametes versicolor in response to chemical stress by copper and xylidine.

White-rot basidiomycetes such as Trametes versicolor are major producers of lignin-modifying enzymes (LMEs). Here, we quantified laccase and MnP production by T.

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Oyster Mushroom · 2026 · Journal Article · Journal of agricultural and food chemistry

Discovery and Functional Characterization of a β-Glucosidase from Pleurotus ostreatus for the Biocatalytic Conversion of Mogroside V into Mogroside IV and Siamenoside I.

Mogroside IV (MG-IV) and Siamenoside I (MG-SI) are key components responsible for the characteristic sweetness and flavor of Siraitia grosvenorii. However, their naturally low abundance limits both flavor enhancement and large-scale industrial application..

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Lion's Mane · 2026 · Research Article · Molecules (Basel, Switzerland)

Discovery of Natural α-Glucosidase Inhibitors from Hericium erinaceus Through Integrated Isolation, Structural Characterization, In Vitro Evaluation, and Molecular Dynamics Simulations.

Recognized for its dual nutritional and therapeutic value, the fungus Hericium erinaceus is increasingly acknowledged as a rich resource of naturally derived α-glucosidase inhibitors. In this study, eight compounds were isolated from H..

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Reishi · 2026 · Journal Article · Applied soil ecology: a section of Agriculture, Ecosystems & Environment

Disease-induced changes in Ganoderma lucidum microbiome co-occurrence patterns and assembly processes

Host-associated microbial communities significantly influence the growth, development, and health of hosts. Green mold disease (GMD), caused by Trichoderma spp., is one of the predominant diseases encountered during commercial cultivation of Ganoderma lucidum..

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Enoki · 2026 · Journal Article · Lebensmittel-Wissenschaft + [i.e. und] Technologie. Food science + technology. Science + technologie alimentaire

Dual-crosslinked Flammulina velutipes protein-polysaccharide emulsion gels: Structural enhancement for bioactive delivery and 3D food printing

Emulsion gels face challenges in practical application due to insufficient structural robustness, which limits both bioactive protection and 3D printing precision..

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Oyster Mushroom · 2026 · Research Article · Animal science journal = Nihon chikusan Gakkaiho

Effect of Supplemented Spent Mushroom Substrate (Pleurotus ostreatus) on Growth Performance, Nutrient Digestibility, Nitrogen Balance, and Blood Metabolites of Goats.

This study evaluated the effects of Pleurotus ostreatus spent mushroom substrate (SMS), supplemented with 4% urea and 18% molasses, as a partial replacement for Napier grass..

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Snow Fungus · 2026 · Research Article · Foods (Basel, Switzerland)

Effect of Ultrafine Grinding on the Physicochemical Properties of Tremella fuciformis Powder and Its Aqueous Extracts.

The grinding of Tremella fuciformis is a critical step for its value-added processing and the efficient utilization of its functional components, significantly impacting product quality and process adaptability..

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Snow Fungus · 2026 · Research Article · Journal of fungi (Basel, Switzerland)

Effects of Cultivation Substrate Differences on Quality Formation and Polysaccharide Composition Characteristics of Tremella fuciformis.

Cultivation substrate critically affects the quality of Tremella fuciformis. Five substrates, including cottonseed hulls (MZKs), Machilus pauhoi Kanehira sawdust (BNM), lotus seed hulls (LZKs), Corethrodendron scoparium sawdust (HB), and palm fiber (ZL), were evaluated for their effects on agronomic traits,….

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Mesima · 2026 · Research Article · Poultry science

Effects of dietary Phellinus linteus polysaccharides supplementation on productive performance, egg quality, antioxidant status, immune function, cecal microbiota, jejunal morphology, and metabolism in laying hens under lipopolysaccharide challenge.

The effects of Phellinus linteus polysaccharides (PLP) on the immune responses of laying hens remain unclear. This study systematically investigated the impacts of PLP on productive performance, antioxidant status, immune response, cecal microbiota, short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs), jejunal morphology, and metabolism….

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Reishi · 2026 · Research Article · Animals: an open access journal from MDPI

Effects of Enzyme-Microbe Co-Fermented Ganoderma lucidum Spent Substrate on Growth Performance, Apparent Nutrient Digestibility, Organ Indices, and Gut Microbiota in Yellow-Feathered Broilers.

The effects of dietary supplementation of enzyme-microbe co-fermented Ganoderma lucidum spent substrate (EFGLS) on growth performance, apparent nutrient digestibility, organ indices, and cecal microbiota in yellow-feathered broilers are investigated..

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Cordyceps · 2026 · Research Article · Biology

Effects of Harvesting Disturbance on Soil Nematode Diversity and Soil Properties in Ophiocordyceps sinensis Excavation Areas of the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau.

Ophiocordyceps sinensis (O. sinensis) is a valuable medicinal fungus distributed in the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau and adjacent high-altitude regions.

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Reishi · 2026 · Research Article · Poultry science

Effects of hot water extract of Juncao-substrate Ganoderma lucidum residue on meat quality and antioxidant capacity of Liancheng white ducks.

The present study explored the effects of dietary supplementation with hot water extract of Juncao-substrate Ganoderma lucidum residue (HWE-JGLR) on growth performance, carcass traits, meat quality, and antioxidant capacity of Liancheng white ducks..

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Snow Fungus · 2026 · Research Article · Foods (Basel, Switzerland)

Effects of Tremella fuciformis Powder with Varying Particle Sizes on the Gel Properties of Soy Yogurt.

This study aimed to elucidate the mechanisms by which Tremella fuciformis powder (TFP) improves the gel properties of soy yogurt by investigating the effects of TFP particle size on physicochemical properties and rheological behavior, combined with microstructural characterization and intermolecular interaction….

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Enoki · 2026 · Research Article · Foods (Basel, Switzerland)

Effects of Various Drying Techniques on the Quality Attributes and Metabolite Profiles of Flammulina velutipes (Fruiting Body) Based on Non-Target Metabolomics.

Flammulina velutipes (Golden Needle Mushroom, F. velutipes) undergoes rapid postharvest deterioration characterized by browning and decay.

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Lion's Mane · 2026 · Research Article · International journal of medical sciences

Efficacy of Combined Hericium erinaceus Mycelium and Undenatured Type II Collagen in Reducing Osteoarthritis Progression in a Preclinical Animal Model.

Osteoarthritis (OA) is a condition linked with aging that impacts joints and leads to functional disability. Hericium erinaceus, a large edible mushroom widely consumed in Asian countries, is recognized as a functional food and has been reported as a beneficial supplement for OA management..

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Snow Fungus · 2026 · Journal Article · World journal of microbiology & biotechnology

Engineering a high-efficiency expression system in Tremella fuciformis using novel promoters and optimized transformation conditions.

The development of a high-efficiency expression system is crucial for advancing the molecular breeding and synthetic biology of Tremella fuciformis. Here, the system is reported through the identification of potent endogenous promoters and the systematic optimization of an Agrobacterium tumefaciens-mediated….

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Reishi · 2026 · Research Article · Microorganisms

Enhanced Exopolysaccharide Production in Bidirectional Liquid Fermentation of Ganoderma lucidum Using Clinacanthus nutans (Burm. f.) Lindau.

This study explored the enhancement of exopolysaccharide (EPS) production by Ganoderma lucidum through bidirectional liquid fermentation, employing Clinacanthus nutans (Burm. f.) Lindau leaves as a medicinal substrate.

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Turkey Tail · 2026 · Research Article · International journal of molecular sciences

Enhanced Inhibition of Trametes versicolor by Structurally Modified Medicarpin: In Vitro Evaluation and In Silico Insights into Laccase Binding.

Medicarpin, a natural pterocarpan phytoalexin, contributes to tree defense against microbial decay, particularly from the aggressive white-rot fungus Trametes versicolor, an ASTM standard for wood durability testing..

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Reishi · 2026 · Journal Article · International journal of biological macromolecules

Enhancing wound dressing efficiency: Cellulose nanofiber sponges loaded with Ganoderma lucidum mycelium fractions.

In this study, cellulose nanofiber (CNF)-based sponges incorporating different Ganoderma lucidum biomass fractions were developed and evaluated as bioactive wound dressing materials..

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Oyster Mushroom · 2026 · Research Article · Bioresources and bioprocessing

Enzymatic activity of variously preserved extracts from spent mushroom substrate (Pleurotus ostreatus) and in vitro rumen degradation of extract-treated wheat straw.

White rot fungi obtain nutrients from fibrous substrates through the radical secretion of extracellular ligninolytic enzymes (LE) and spent mushroom substrate (SMS), a by-product of commercial cultivation, is a valuable bioresource of LE..

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Oyster Mushroom · 2026 · Journal Article · Journal of bioscience and bioengineering

Episomal maintenance of introduced plasmid with or without AMA1 sequence in the basidiomycete fungus Pleurotus ostreatus.

White-rot basidiomycete fungi have been the focus of research as edible mushrooms and for industrial utilization, especially due to their unique wood-degrading enzymes. Nevertheless, establishing highly efficient transformation systems for these organisms remains a substantial challenge..

Gut & microbiome

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Shiitake · 2026 · Journal Article · Journal of microbiological methods

Exploration of the optimum reaction conditions for the reverse transcription of mycoviral RNA from Lentinula edodes.

Reverse transcription (RT) of viral RNA to complementary DNA (cDNA) is essential for mycovirus detection; however, the stable secondary structures of double-stranded RNA (dsRNA) and the genomic diversity of viruses complicate this process..

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Lion's Mane · 2026 · Journal Article · Journal of food science

Exploring the Prebiotic Effects of Composite Fungal Polysaccharides From Hericium erinaceus and Lyophyllum decastes on Gut Microbiota and Metabolism.

Fungal polysaccharides have attracted considerable scholarly interest due to their potential as prebiotics, with the ability to modulate gut microbiota and enhance host health..

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Shiitake · 2026 · Research Article · Food chemistry: X

Extrusion-modified Lentinula edodes stems enhance dough properties: Dependence on dietary fiber composition.

Dietary fiber-rich edible fungi are increasingly recognized for their potential to enhance the textural, sensory, and nutritional qualities of dough-based products..

Gut & microbiome

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Oyster Mushroom · 2026 · Research Article · Bioresources and bioprocessing

Fermentation of brewer's spent grains by Pleurotus ostreatus: process optimization by response surface methodology.

To achieve high-value utilization of brewer's spent grains and to produce protein-rich food ingredients, brewer's spent grains were upcycled by a liquid fungal fermentation and the fermentation conditions were optimized. Brewer's spent grains (BSG) represent the most abundant by-product of the brewing industry..

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Reishi · 2026 · Research Article · Pharmaceutical biology

Fermented Moringa oleifera leaves and Ganoderma lucidum mixtures ameliorate cognitive deficits in scopolamine-induced dementia rats by enhancing brain antioxidant and cholinergic functions.

CONTEXT: Moringa oleifera Lam. (Moringaceae) and Ganoderma lucidum (Curtis) P.

Cognition & nerves

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Enoki · 2026 · Journal Article · Journal of food engineering

Flammulina velutipes protein-stabilized Pickering high internal phase emulsions for bioactive substance co-delivery

This study pioneered the utilization of Flammulina velutipes protein (FVP) as a sole natural stabilizer for oil-in-water high internal phase Pickering emulsions (O/W HIPPEs), addressing a significant knowledge gap in its interfacial behavior..

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Reishi · 2026 · Research Article · Food chemistry: X

Flavor and metabolite responses of Ganoderma lucidum to different drying methods: integrated electronic sensing, volatilomics, and metabolomics analysis.

This study systematically investigated the effects of four drying methods, freeze vacuum drying (FD), microwave vacuum drying (MVD), hot air drying (HD), and natural drying (ND), on the flavor profile and metabolite composition of Ganoderma lucidum (G. lucidum)..

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Maitake · 2026 · Journal Article · Food research international (Ottawa, Ont.)

Flavor enhancement of Grifola frondosa extracts via enzymatic hydrolysis and subsequent Maillard reaction treatment: Volatile compounds and key odorants identification.

Grifola frondosa (G. frondosa) is a highly valued edible fungus, yet systematic studies on its processing and flavor characteristics remain limited.

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Cordyceps · 2026 · Preprint · journal metadata

From Grow Room to Market: A Technical and Economic Assessment of Family-Operated Small-Scale Cordyceps Production

Cordyceps militaris is a high-value medicinal mushroom with rapidly growing demand in functional food and nutraceutical markets, yet practical frameworks for small-scale household cultivation remain limited..

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Oyster Mushroom · 2026 · Journal Article · Fungal genetics and biology: FG & B

Functional analysis of the class III chitin synthase genes in the filamentous basidiomycete Pleurotus ostreatus.

Class III chitin synthases (CHSs) are specific to filamentous fungi and are associated with biosynthesis of chitin, a key structural component of fungal cell walls. While extensively studied in ascomycetes, their roles in basidiomycetes remain poorly understood..

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Reishi · 2026 · Research Article · Microbial cell factories

Functional characterization of HMG_9 and C2H2.07 as positive regulators of ganoderic acid biosynthesis in Ganoderma lucidum.

BACKGROUND: Ganoderic acids (GAs) are high-value lanostane-type triterpenoids produced by Ganoderma lucidum (G. lucidum) and are responsible for its diverse pharmacological activities.

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