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Oyster Mushroom · 2023 · Preprint · journal metadata

The application of solid-state fermentation using mushrooms for the production of animal feed

The increasing growth of agro-industrial activity resulting in excessive amounts of agri-waste has led to the accumulation of a large quantity of lignocellulosic residues all over the world, in particular, deforestation initiatives for the removal of invasive trees in South Africa..

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Oyster Mushroom · 2022 · Preprint · journal metadata

Reactive fungal insoles

Mycelium bound composites are promising materials for a diverse range of applications including wearables and building elements. Their functionality surpasses some of the capabilities of traditionally passive materials, such as synthetic fibres, reconstituted cellulose fibres and natural fibres..

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Shiitake · 2021 · Letter · Cutis

Flagellate Shiitake Mushroom Reaction With Histologic Features of Acute Generalized Exanthematous Pustulosis.

Metadata-grounded summary: This letter indexes research on Lentinula edodes in Cutis in 2021. MycoData maps the paper to immune support, gut & microbiome based on its title, species context, article metadata, and study classification..

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Oyster Mushroom · 2021 · Preprint · journal metadata

Fungi anaesthesia

Electrical activity of fungus Pleurotus ostreatus is characterised by slow (hours) irregular waves of baseline potential drift and fast (minutes) action potential likes spikes of the electrical potential..

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Oyster Mushroom · 2021 · Preprint · journal metadata

Fungi Anaesthesia

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Almond Mushroom · 2021 · Preprint · journal metadata

Overview of Agaricus Subrufescens Strains used in the Last 15 Years in Brazil and other Countries and Current Potential Materials for the Future

Abstract The mushroom Agaricus subrufescens has been synonymous with Agaricus blazei and Agaricus brasiliensis during the last decades and there has been much discussion with regards to the origin, distribution, and nomenclature of this mushroom..

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King Oyster · 2020 · Research Article · Nutrients

Anti-Obesity Effect of DKB-117 through the Inhibition of Pancreatic Lipase and α-Amylase Activity.

This study sought to evaluate the effects of Phaseolus multiflorus var. albus Bailey extract (PM extract) and Pleurotus eryngii var.

Metabolic healthGut & microbiomeLiver support

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King Oyster · 2020 · Journal Article · Plant disease

Bacterial Brown Pit, a New Disease of Edible Mushrooms Caused by Mycetocola sp.

From September to December 2018, commercial button mushroom (Agaricus bisporus) farms in central Iran were surveyed to monitor the causal agent(s) of browning and blotch symptoms on mushroom caps..

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Shiitake · 2020 · Journal Article · Lebensmittel-Wissenschaft + [i.e. und] Technologie. Food science + technology. Science + technologie alimentaire

Correlations between the phenolic and fibre composition of mushrooms and the glycaemic and textural characteristics of mushroom enriched extruded products

In this study, semolina extruded snack products were supplemented with white button mushroom (Agaricus bisporus), shiitake (Lentinula edodes) and porcini mushrooms (Boletus edulis)..

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King Oyster · 2020 · Research Article · Molecules (Basel, Switzerland)

Genoprotective Properties and Metabolites of β-Glucan-Rich Edible Mushrooms Following Their In Vitro Fermentation by Human Faecal Microbiota.

A variety of bioactive compounds, constituents of edible mushrooms, in particular β-glucans, i.e., a group of β-d-glucose polysaccharides abundant in the fungal cell walls, have been linked to immunomodulating, anticancer and prebiotic activities..

OncologyImmune supportMetabolic healthGut & microbiome

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Shiitake · 2018 · Journal Article · Food & function

Effect of traditional and modern culinary processing, bioaccessibility, biosafety and bioavailability of eritadenine, a hypocholesterolemic compound from edible mushrooms.

Eritadenine is a hypocholesterolemic compound that is found in several mushroom species such as Lentinula edodes, Marasmius oreades, and Amanita caesarea (1.4, 0.7 and 0.6 mg per g dry weight, respectively)..

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King Oyster · 2018 · Journal Article · Lebensmittel-Wissenschaft + [i.e. und] Technologie. Food science + technology. Science + technologie alimentaire

In vitro fermentation of six kinds of edible mushrooms and its effects on fecal microbiota composition

The effects of six different species of edible mushroom (Auricularia auricular, Flammulina velutipes, Lentinus edodes, Agaricus bispours, Pleurotus osteratus and Pleurotus eryngii) on the intestinal microbial community composition and diversity in the fermentation liquor were investigated..

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King Oyster · 2017 · Journal Article · Eur Food Res Technol

Cultivation of mushrooms for production of food biofortified with lithium

It has recently been suggested that food fortification with Li is worth serious consideration as a strategy to support psychiatric treatment and decrease violent behaviors in the general population..

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King Oyster · 2017 · Journal Article · Lebensmittel-Wissenschaft + [i.e. und] Technologie. Food science + technology. Science + technologie alimentaire

Effects of mushroom consumption on the microbiota of different target groups – Impact of polyphenolic composition and mitigation on the microbiome fingerprint

This study determined the effect of the consumption of six edible wild mushroom species (Boletus edulis, B. pinophilus, B.

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Shiitake · 2016 · Journal Article · Oncology reports

Lentinan mitigates therarubicin-induced myelosuppression by activating bone marrow-derived macrophages in an MAPK/NF-κB-dependent manner.

Bone marrow (BM) suppression (also known as myelosuppression) is the most common and most severe side-effect of therarubicin (THP) and thereby limits the clinical application of this anticancer agent..

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King Oyster · 2016 · Journal Article · ACS applied materials & interfaces

Prolonged Three-Dimensional Co-Delivery of Yamanaka Factors for Cell Reprogramming.

Reprogramming somatic cells into a pluripotent state has been widely investigated in two-dimensional (2D) systems but not described in the more biologically faithful three-dimensional (3D) scaffolds..

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King Oyster · 2015 · Review · Biotechnology advances

Fungal treated lignocellulosic biomass as ruminant feed ingredient: a review.

In ruminant nutrition, there is an increasing interest for ingredients that do not compete with human nutrition. Ruminants are specialists in digesting carbohydrates in plant cell walls; therefore lignocellulosic biomass has potential in ruminant nutrition..

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Shiitake · 2026 · Research Support, Non U.S. Gov'T · Molecular nutrition & food research

Active Hexose Correlated Compound Modulates Gut Microbiota and Improves Intestinal Barrier Function in a High-Fat Diet-Induced NAFLD in Rats.

Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) has emerged as a leading cause of chronic liver disease worldwide, correlating with increased obesity and metabolic disorders. Gut microbiota dysbiosis and impaired intestinal barrier integrity are key factors in NAFLD pathogenesis..

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Shiitake · 2026 · Evaluation Study · Food chemistry

Unlocking protein and bioactive peptide recovery in relation to mushroom species and pulsed electric field treatment: proteomic and peptidomic insights via LC-TOF-MS/MS and SDS-PAGE following in vitro digestion.

Edible mushrooms are increasingly recognized due to their high-quality protein content and bioactive potential. This study evaluated pulsed electric fields (PEF) (50 kJ/kg, 2.5 kV/cm, 6 h) to enhance the recovery of functional proteins and peptides from Agaricus bisporus, A..

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Yellow Morel · 2025 · Research Support, Non U.S. Gov'T · Genomics

Strategic intercropping with mulberry (Morus alba L.) predictably modulates rhizosphere microbiome assembly and enriches pathways for secondary metabolite production.

Intercropping is a key strategy for sustainable agriculture, but its effects on the rhizosphere microbiome remain poorly understood. Here, we investigated how intercropping mulberry (Morus alba L.) with functionally distinct partners-a nitrogen-fixing legume (Pisum sativum), a saprotrophic fungus (Morchella….

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Oyster Mushroom · 2024 · Research Support, Non U.S. Gov'T · Scientific reports

Degradation of edible mushroom waste by Hermetia illucens L. and consequent adaptation of its gut microbiota.

The edible fungus industry is one of the pillar industries in the Yunnan-Guizhou Plateau, China. The expansion of the planting scale has led to the release of various mushroom residues, such as mushroom feet, and other wastes, which are not treated adequately, resulting in environmental pollution..

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Oyster Mushroom · 2024 · Research Support, Non U.S. Gov'T · Food research international (Ottawa, Ont.)

Flours from fermented lentil and quinoa grains as ingredients with new techno-functional properties.

The need to provide novel, nutritious plant-based products requires seeking high-value, sustainable protein sources, like quinoa and lentils, having an increased digestibility and lacking antinutrients. Fungal fermentation has evidenced enhanced nutritional value of flours obtained from these grains..

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Reishi · 2023 · Journal Article · BMC cancer

AGA induces sub-G1 cell cycle arrest and apoptosis in human colon cancer cells through p53-independent/p53-dependent pathway.

BACKGROUND: Despite the advancement in chemotherapeutic drugs for colon cancer treatment, it is still a life-threatening disease worldwide due to drug resistance. Therefore, an urgently needed to develop novel drugs for colon cancer therapies..

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Oyster Mushroom · 2023 · Journal Article · Journal of basic microbiology

Application of solid-state fermentation using mushrooms for the production of animal feed.

The increasing growth of agroindustrial activity resulting in excessive amounts of agriwaste has led to the accumulation of a large quantity of lignocellulosic residues all over the world, in particular in deforestation initiatives for the removal of invasive trees in South Africa..

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Oyster Mushroom · 2023 · Journal Article · Chemosphere

Bioremediation of the synthetic musk compounds Galaxolide and Tonalide by white rot fungal strain-assisted phytoremediation in biosolid-amended soil.

The study was aimed to conduct the bioremediation of synthetic musks by four species of white rot fungi combined with phytoremediation (Zea mays) in biosolid-amended soils where only Galaxolide (HHCB) and Tonalide (AHTN) were found as other musks were below the detection limit (0.5-2 μg/kg dw)..

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Mesima · 2023 · Research Article · Biomedicines

Blockade of the SRC/STAT3/BCL-2 Signaling Axis Sustains the Cytotoxicity in Human Colorectal Cancer Cell Lines Induced by Dehydroxyhispolon Methyl Ether.

Colorectal cancer (CRC) is the third most prevalent human cancer globally. 5-Fluorouracil (5-FU)-based systemic chemotherapy is the primary strategy for advanced CRC treatment, yet is limited by poor response rate..

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Reishi · 2023 · Journal Article · Fish & shellfish immunology

Effects of dietary co-exposure to fungal and herbal functional feed additives on immune parameters and microbial intestinal diversity in rainbow trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss).

Misuse and overuse of antibiotics in aquaculture has proven to be an unsustainable practice leading to increased bacterial resistance. An alternative strategy involves the inclusion of immunostimulants in fish diets, especially fungal and herbal compounds already authorized for human consumption, hence without….

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Shiitake · 2023 · Journal Article · Food Hydrocolloids

Effects of different sources of β-glucan on pasting, gelation, and digestive properties of pea starch

The effects of Lentinula edodes β-glucan (LG), yeast β-glucan (YG), and oat β-glucan (OG) on pasting, gelation, and digestive properties of pea starch (PeS) were studied. Because of different molecular weights and spatial conformation, β-glucan interacted differently with PeS..

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Reishi · 2023 · Journal Article · Journal of environmental management

Enhancement of carbon nanotubes on microalgal-fungal consortium formation and wastewater treatment.

As a promising material with an efficient light capture capability, a low amount of carbon nanotubes can affect growth and photosynthesis by regulating microalgal cells, thereby enhancing the pollutant removal efficiency in wastewater..

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Reishi · 2023 · Journal Article · Frontiers in pharmacology

G. lucidum triterpenes restores intestinal flora balance in non-hepatitis B virus-related hepatocellular carcinoma: evidence of 16S rRNA sequencing and network pharmacology analysis.

Background: Ganoderma lucidum (G. lucidum) is a popular traditional remedy medicine used in Asia to promote health and longevity, which has also been highlighted for anti-cancer effects.

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Turkey Tail · 2023 · Journal Article · Journal of applied microbiology

Investigation of some endophytic fungi from five medicinal plants with growth promoting ability on maize (Zea mays L.).

AIMS: This study aimed to identify endophytic fungi from Anthemis altissima, Matricaria parthenium, Cichorium intybus, Achillea millefolium, and A. filipendulina with plant-promoting ability on the ZP684 maize hybrid-cultivar..

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Reishi · 2023 · Journal Article · Food science & nutrition

LC/MS analysis of mushrooms provided new insights into dietary management of diabetes mellitus in rats.

Mushrooms possess antihyperglycemic effect on diabetic individuals due to their nonfibrous and fibrous bioactive compounds. This study aimed to reveal the effect of different types of mushrooms on plasma glucose level and gut microbiota composition in diabetic individuals..

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Reishi · 2023 · Journal Article · Pharmaceutical biology

Lucialdehyde B suppresses proliferation and induces mitochondria-dependent apoptosis in nasopharyngeal carcinoma CNE2 cells.

CONTEXT: Lucialdehyde B (LB), an effective triterpenoid isolated from Ganoderma lucidum (Leyss. ex Fr.) Karst.

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Oyster Mushroom · 2023 · Journal Article · Applied soil ecology: a section of Agriculture, Ecosystems & Environment

Microbial inoculation influences microbial communities and physicochemical properties during lettuce seedling using composted spent mushroom substrate

Massive spent mushroom substrate (SMS) has become an important problem that affects the ecological environment and restricts the development of mushroom industry..

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Niu-Chang-Chih · 2023 · Journal Article · Phytomedicine: international journal of phytotherapy and phytopharmacology

Ovatodiolide and antrocin synergistically inhibit the stemness and metastatic potential of hepatocellular carcinoma via impairing ribosome biogenesis and modulating ERK/Akt-mTOR signaling axis.

Activation of mitogen-activated protein kinase (MAPK) and PI3K signaling confers resistance against sorafenib, a mainstay treatment for advanced hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC)..

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Lion's Mane · 2023 · Research Article · Polymers

Physicochemical Characterization and Antimicrobial Analysis of Vegetal Chitosan Extracted from Distinct Forest Fungi Species.

The main goal of this investigation is to conduct a thorough analysis of the physical, chemical, and morphological characteristics of chitosan derived from various forest fungi. Additionally, the study aims to determine the effectiveness of this vegetal chitosan as an antimicrobial agent..

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Lion's Mane · 2023 · Journal Article · International journal of biological macromolecules

Semi-solid enzymolysis enhanced the protective effects of fruiting body powders and polysaccharides of Herinaceus erinaceus on gastric mucosal injury.

This study demonstrated the effects of semi-solid enzymolysis on physicochemical properties of fruiting body powders and polysaccharides from Hericium erinaceus and protective effects on gastric mucosal injury..

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Snow Fungus · 2023 · Research Article · Food science & nutrition

Synergistic mediating effect of edible fungal polysaccharides (Auricularia and Tremellan) and Crataegus flavonoids in hyperlipidemic rats.

Both edible fungal polysaccharides (Auricularia and Tremellan) and Crataegus flavonoids promote the balance of dyslipidemia, which have a positive biological regulating effect on intestinal flora..

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Reishi · 2023 · Journal Article · Nature materials

Three-dimensional printing of mycelium hydrogels into living complex materials.

Biological living materials, such as animal bones and plant stems, are able to self-heal, regenerate, adapt and make decisions under environmental pressures. Despite recent successful efforts to imbue synthetic materials with some of these remarkable functionalities, many emerging properties of complex adaptive….

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Oyster Mushroom · 2022 · Journal Article · Saudi journal of biological sciences

A new circular economy approach for integrated production of tomatoes and mushrooms.

Spent mushroom Substrate is the by-product generated at the end of the mushroom growing cycle. It can be used in agriculture for different purposes, including seedling production, soil conditioning or application as an organic fertilizer..

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Maitake · 2022 · Research Article · Oxidative medicine and cellular longevity

Ameliorating Effect on Glycolipid Metabolism of Spirulina Functional Formulation Combination from Traditional Chinese Medicine.

Insulin resistance is the major factor involved in the pathogenesis of type 2 diabetes. Although the oral drug metformin (MH) is widely used to reduce hyperglycemia, it is associated with adverse effects..

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Yellow Morel · 2022 · Journal Article · Experimental oncology

ANTIPROLIFERATIVE ACTIVITIES Of EXTRACTS FROM MYCELIAL BIOMASS OF SOME MEDICINAL BASIDIOMYCETES IN HUMAN COLON CANCER CELLS COLO 205.

BACKGROUND: The anticancer effects of phytohormones of cytokinin nature are similar to those of medicinal mushrooms, which are able to synthesize cytokinins in large amounts..

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Reishi · 2022 · Journal Article · Journal of the science of food and agriculture

Association of gut microbiota characteristics and metabolites reveals the regulation mechanisms under cadmium consumption circumstance.

BACKGROUND: Cadmium is a non-biodegradable heavy metal with a long biological half-life. Although its negative impact on human health has been previously reported, the association of cadmium consumption overdose with changes in the gut microbiota and its corresponding metabolites has not been fully elucidated so far..

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Reishi · 2022 · Journal Article · Frontiers in microbiology

Christensenella regulated by Huang-Qi-Ling-Hua-San is a key factor by which to improve type 2 diabetes.

There is a lot of evidence that oral hypoglycemic drugs work by affecting gut microbes, but the key strains responsible for this effect are not well known. Huang-Qi-Ling-Hua-San (HQLHS), composed of Astragalus Membranaceus, Ganoderma lucidum, Inonotus obliquus, and Momordica charantia L., is a specially designed….

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Enoki · 2022 · Research Article · Microorganisms

Dynamics of Microbial Community during the Co-Composting of Swine and Poultry Manure with Spent Mushroom Substrates at an Industrial Scale.

Spent mushroom substrates (SMSs) can be developed as a biofertilizer through composting. Here, we investigated the dynamics of bacterial and fungal communities during commercial composting and the effect of swine and poultry manure on their communities through MiSeq pyrosequencing..

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Oyster Mushroom · 2022 · Journal Article · Scientific reports

Effect of ligninolytic axenic and coculture white-rot fungi on rice straw chemical composition and in vitro fermentation characteristics.

The study sought to investigate the potentials of axenic cultures of Pleurotus ostreatus, Phanerochaete chrysosporium and their coculture (P. chrysosporium and P.

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Shiitake · 2022 · Research Article · Animals: an open access journal from MDPI

Effects of Dietary Incorporation of Grape Stalks Untreated and Fungi-Treated in Growing Rabbits: A Preliminary Study.

This study aimed to evaluate the effect of the incorporation of untreated grape stalks (UGS) and fungi-treated grape stalks (Lentinula edodes, TGS) in rabbits' diets..

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Oyster Mushroom · 2022 · Journal Article · Foods (Basel, Switzerland)

Exploring the Impact of Solid-State Fermentation on Macronutrient Profile and Digestibility in Chia (Salvia hispanica) and Sesame (Sesamum Indicum) Seeds.

Fermentation of plant-based substrates with edible fungi enhances the nutrient profile and digestibility, but it has been scarcely applied to edible seeds, which are rich in healthy lipids. In this study, chia and sesame seeds were solid-state fermented with Pleurotus ostreatus, followed by drying and milling..

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Enoki · 2022 · Journal Article · Plant disease

First Report of Cobweb Disease in Oudemansiella raphanipes Caused by Cladobotryum varium in Beijing, China

Oudemansiella raphanipes is an edible mushroom with medicinal properties, which has been recently cultivated throughout China (Hao et al. 2016).

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