Review
Mycology
Bayan E. Ainousah, Abdulrahim A. Alzain, Tagyedeen H. Shoaib, Shaimaa G. A. Mohamed, Hazem G. A. Hussein, Gamal A. Mohamed, Sabrin R. M. Ibrahim
Summary: Marine fungi are potential sources of natural metabolites with significant pharmaceutical and agricultural values. A rare class of sesquiterpenoids called aromatic-bisabolane sesquiterpenoids (ABSs), which have been reported in various organisms, possess significant bioactivities and unique chemical structures. In this study, the reported data on fungal ABSs were summarized, including their sources, isolation, structure characterization, and bioactivities. In addition, their potential as Pin1 inhibitors for cancer treatment was assessed through in silico studies.
MYCOLOGICAL PROGRESS
(2023)
Article
Mycology
Akira Hashimoto, Saho Shibata, Moriya Ohkuma
Summary: This study collected seven samples of the A. vaillantii complex from the Kanto area of Japan and established six new teliospore isolates. Molecular phylogenetic analysis showed that these new samples formed a monophyletic clade with other Antherospora species. Detailed morphological observations revealed that these new samples could be distinguished from other known Antherospora species. Therefore, it is suggested to classify these new samples as Antherospora barnardiae.
MYCOLOGICAL PROGRESS
(2023)
Article
Mycology
Carmen Tamariz-Angeles, Percy Olivera-Gonzales, Miguelina Santillan-Torres, Veronica Briceno-Luna, Alex Silva-Villafana, Gretty K. Villena
Summary: Endophytic fungi are a valuable source of primary and secondary metabolites for industries, pharmacology, and biotechnology. In this study, the bioactive potential of a Penicillium brevicompactum fungus, HE19ct, was investigated. The fungus exhibited antimicrobial and antioxidant activities and produced various secondary metabolites. It also showed plant growth-promoting traits and expressed related genes. The type and yield of metabolites varied depending on the culture media. These findings suggest that HE19CT could be a promising source of bioactive compounds for pharmaceutical and agricultural applications, particularly in extreme conditions, but further metabolomic and functional genetic research is needed to support its appropriate use.
Article
Genetics & Heredity
Betim Karahoda, Brandon T. Pfannenstiel, Ozlem Sarikaya-Bayram, Zhiqiang Dong, Koon Ho Wong, Alastair B. Fleming, Nancy P. Keller, Ozgur Bayram
Summary: The KERS complex, a nuclear chromatin binding complex, is found in the filamentous fungus Aspergillus flavus. It plays a crucial role in fungal development and secondary metabolite production through regulating gene clusters and histone modifications.
FUNGAL GENETICS AND BIOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Mycology
Igor Siedlecki, Marcin Piatek, Maria Majchrowska, Alicja Okrasinska, Magdalena Owczarek-Koscielniak, Julia Pawlowska
Summary: This study discovered a new species isolated from ants' infrabuccal pockets, providing evidence for multiple independent evolution of ant-associated fungi in the Trichomeriaceae family. However, the ecology of Formicomyces microglobosus still needs to be characterized.
Article
Genetics & Heredity
Xenia Georgiou, Sofia Dimou, George Diallinas, Martina Samiotaki
Summary: This study aims to investigate the mechanism of membrane trafficking and Golgi bypass. By using PDB and mass spectrometry analysis, transient interactors of UapA transporter were identified, and the importance of COPI coatomer and ArfA GTPase activating protein Glo3 in UapA trafficking was validated.
FUNGAL GENETICS AND BIOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Genetics & Heredity
Soumya Moonjely, Malaika Ebert, Drew Paton-Glassbrook, Zachary A. Noel, Ludmila Roze, Rebecca Shay, Tara Watkins, Frances Trail
Summary: This review discusses multidisciplinary approaches for the management of Fusarium head blight (FHB), a devastating disease of cereal crops caused by the mycotoxigenic fungus Fusarium graminearum. It explores advancements in genomics, genetic-engineering, new fungicide chemistries, applied biocontrol, and consideration of the disease cycle.
FUNGAL GENETICS AND BIOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Ecology
Jacob J. Golan, Daniele Lagomarsino Oneto, Shunping Ding, Richard Kessenich, Melvin Sandler, Tomas A. Rush, Daniel Levitis, Amanda Gevens, Agnese Seminara, Anne Pringle
Summary: Survival and movement of microorganisms in the atmosphere play a critical role. Larger spores have poorer survival but shorter settling time, while smaller spores have longer survival and potential dispersal over farther distances.
Article
Mycology
Xiao-Xia Huang, Yi-Xin Chen, Zhi-Jun Lin, Ying-Shan Liang, Li-Hong Qiu
Summary: Three new Clavulina species were described from specimens collected in Baiyun Mountain, Guangzhou, China. Morphological studies and phylogenetic analyses were conducted to determine the characteristics and relationships of these species. A key to identify Clavulina species in China was provided.
MYCOLOGICAL PROGRESS
(2023)
Article
Genetics & Heredity
Tingting Hu, Jingjing Wang, Mianhui Chen, Lin Lin, Wei Wei, Dongzhi Wei
Summary: This study investigated the gene function of pbpcz in Penicillium brevicompactum using RNAi technology and found that pbpcz is critical for conidia and asexual development of the fungus. Moreover, overexpressing pbpcz gene resulted in an increase in mycophenolic acid (MPA) production. The results provide valuable insights into the genetic manipulation and industrial production of Penicillium brevicompactum.
FUNGAL GENETICS AND BIOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Mycology
Marco Thines, Bagdevi Mishra, Sebastian Ploch
Summary: Downy mildews are the most species-rich group of oomycetes, with over 700 known species. The relationships within the main downy mildew lineages have been well resolved, but their relationships to other graminicolous downy mildews and Phytophthora species are still unresolved.
MYCOLOGICAL PROGRESS
(2023)
Article
Mycology
Qiang Wu, Yuan-yan Yang, Okbagaber Andom, Yan-li Li, Zi-zi Luo, An-hong Guo
Summary: This study investigated the prediction and evaluation of the onset period and infection cycle of potato late blight in mountainous terrain with limited meteorological monitoring capability. The results showed that the air temperature and humidity could be estimated accurately based on basic meteorological datasets using the CARAH rules.
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Genetics & Heredity
Saadiah Arshed, Murray P. Cox, Ross E. Beever, Stephanie L. Parkes, Michael N. Pearson, Joanna K. Bowen, Matthew D. Templeton
Summary: This study genetically identified and characterized the first vegetative incompatibility locus in the fungus Botrytis cinerea. Deletion of two adjacent, highly polymorphic open reading frames within this locus resulted in severe growth restriction and loss of vegetative incompatibility, indicating that these genes are controlling vegetative incompatibility at this locus.
FUNGAL GENETICS AND BIOLOGY
(2023)
Review
Mycology
Mathew Andrew Harris, Bernard Slippers, Martin Kemler, Michelle Greve
Summary: The use of metabarcoding techniques and sequencing microbial communities directly from environmental samples have advanced fungal ecology. However, the accuracy of submitted metadata associated with fungal genetic marker sequences needs improvement. The quality of submitter-defined metadata varies, with some adhering to standards and others not meeting requirements, limiting the ability to find and reuse sequence data.
FUNGAL BIOLOGY REVIEWS
(2023)
Article
Mycology
Amanda Barreto Xavier-Leite, Bruno Tomio Goto, Robert Luecking, Marcela Eugenia da Silva Caceres
Summary: Previous molecular phylogenetic analysis combined with phenotype comparison has identified genus-level clades among Gomphillaceae species. The study reveals 17 clades that need to be formally established as new or reinstated genera.
MYCOLOGICAL PROGRESS
(2023)
Article
Genetics & Heredity
Terry W. Hill, Stanley Vance Jr., Jennifer F. Loome, Benard J. Haugen, Darlene M. Loprete, Shana V. Stoddard, Loretta Jackson-Hayes
Summary: The calF7 mutation in Aspergillus nidulans causes hypersensitivity to cell wall compromising agents due to a mutation in the AN2880 gene, which encodes a protein that acts as a calcium transport channel in the cell membrane. Higher levels of extracellular calcium ions can overcome this hypersensitivity. This study also suggests that a calcium ion signaling system plays a role in cell wall stress adaptation.
FUNGAL GENETICS AND BIOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Mycology
Warre Van Caenegem, Andre De Kesel, Danny Haelewaters
Summary: Laboulbeniales is a group of biotrophic microfungi uniquely associated with arthropods. Molecular studies and integrative taxonomy approaches are necessary to understand the diversity, relationships, and morphological evolution of Laboulbeniales.
MYCOLOGICAL PROGRESS
(2023)
Article
Genetics & Heredity
Vinicius Delgado da Rocha, Thais Carolina da Silva Dal'Sasso, Maximiller Dal-Bianco, Luiz Orlando de Oliveira
Summary: The study investigates the evolutionary history and expression patterns of pectin methylesterases (PMEs), enzymes involved in plant growth, defense, and pathogen infection. Through genomic data analysis, the researchers identified putative effector and non-effector PMEs in the Dothideomycetes class of fungi. They found that the PME gene family has a small size and exhibits evolutionary patterns shaped by duplication, gene retention, and gene loss events. The study also revealed differential expression levels of PME genes during infection, indicating their potential role as virulence factors.
FUNGAL GENETICS AND BIOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Mycology
Adam Waldbillig, Maria Baranova, Sarah Neumann, Jonathan Andrade, Sharan Sidhu
Summary: This study used metabolomics analysis to identify the chemical composition differences among different growth stages of Psilocybe mushrooms. The accumulation of specific compounds in fruiting bodies differentiated them from mycelia. Studying the compounds found in Psilocybe mycelia as potential therapeutic targets could be significant.
FRONTIERS IN FUNGAL BIOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Mycology
Peter Finy, Mikael Jeppson, Daeniel G. Knapp, Viktor Papp, Laeszlo Albert, Istvaen Olvedi, Kaeroly Boka, Dora Varga, Gaebor M. Kovacs, Baelint Dima
Summary: Steppe vegetation on sandy soil in Hungary has been identified as a hot spot for the stalked puffballs. In this study, four new species of Tulostoma are described based on detailed morphological investigations and phylogenetic analysis. The study also helps resolve the taxonomy of a difficult species complex.
