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6 articles for “bioremediation”
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Bioremediation Potential: Discovering Naphthalene-Degrading Microbes in Iraqi Contaminated Soil
Abstract: A polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon, napthalene is an environmental contaminant with a slow rate of disintegration. Biological treatment by microbes present in contaminated places is the most important of the several approaches applied to remove it from the environment. At depths of 5 to 10 cm, soil samples were collected from areas polluted by oil near the Al-Dora and Sheikh Omar refineries. Nutrient agar was cultured with 0.1 ml of each …
Published in International Journal of Pathogens · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 32–41 Read article
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Trichoderma: beneficial fungus for sustainable agriculture
Abstract: As environmentally beneficial substitutes for chemical pesticides, Trichoderma species are being utilized in agriculture more and more. Disease suppression, increased plant growth, and increased tolerance to environmental stress are just a few advantages they provide. These fungi are used in a wide range of cropping systems and formulations around the world. Their use is growing worldwide, particularly in Asia and Europe. In contemporary crop management, items derived from Trichoderma are …
Published in International Journal of Fungi · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 25–29 Read article
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Fungi in the Global Bioeconomy: Harnessing the R Potential Across Agriculture, Medicine, Industry, and Environmental Sustainability
Abstract: One of the most diverse and functionally versatile groups of living organisms, fungi has played a significant role in maintaining ecological balance, human well-being, agricultural production, and industrial processes. Despite their vast potential, the use of fungi systems in solving some of the most serious challenges facing the world today, such as climate change, food security, and AMR, is still in its infancy. New developments in genomics, biotechnology, and systems …
Published in International Journal of Fungi · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 20–27 Read article
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White-Rot Fungi-Based Bioprocessing for Circular Bioeconomy & Valorization of Lignocellulosic Waste
Abstract: The escalating global demand for sustainable resource management and the imperative to reduce dependence on fossil-based products have positioned the circular bioeconomy as a transformative paradigm for the 21st century. Lignocellulosic biomass, generated abundantly as agricultural and forestry residues, constitutes one of the most underexploited renewable carbon sources on Earth, yet its recalcitrant structure, interlinking cellulose, hemicellulose, and lignin, has long impeded its efficient valorization. White-rot fungi (WRF), predominantly belonging …
Published in International Journal of Fungi · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2026 Read article
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Fungi as Environmental Guardians: Enzymatic Solutions to Pollution
Abstract: Fungi are simple and inexpensive to cultivate, like miniature factories. Their enzymes are more environmentally friendly and safer for all to use compared to the use of dangerous chemicals. This review delves into how scientists are employing these enzymes to clean up polluted soil, purify wastewater, and even convert waste into valuable products such as biofuels.For example, fungi are amazing at cleaning! They create enzymes, which act as little workers …
Published in International Journal of Fungi · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2025 Read article
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Toxic Trails: Land Degradation Induced By Pollutants
Abstract: Land degradation, driven by various pollutants, poses a significant threat to global ecosystems, agriculture, and human well-being. This review article explores the mechanisms through which pollutants, including heavy metals, pesticides, industrial chemicals, and urban waste, contribute to soil erosion, salinization, acidification, and loss of soil biodiversity. The article presents detailed case studies from regions such as China, India, Nigeria, the United States, Europe, Sub-Saharan Africa, and Australia, highlighting the diverse …
Published in International Journal of Land · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 37–45 Read article