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fungi

Abundant worldwide, most fungi are inconspicuous because of the small size of their structures, and their cryptic lifestyles in soil, on dead matter, and as symbionts of plants, animals, or other fungi. They may become noticeable when fruiting, either as mushrooms or as molds. Fungi perform an essential role in the decomposition of organic matter and have fundamental roles in nutrient cycling and exchange. They have long been used as a direct source of food, such as mushrooms and truffles, as a leavening agent for bread, and in fermentation of various food products, such as wine, beer, and soy sauce. Since the 1940s, fungi have been used for the production of antibiotics, and, more recently, various enzymes produced by fungi are used industrially and in detergents. Fungi are also used as biological pesticides to control weeds, plant diseases and insect pests. Many species produce bioactive compounds called mycotoxins, such as alkaloids and polyketides, that are toxic to animals including humans. The fruiting structures of a few species contain psychotropic compounds and are consumed recreationally or in traditional spiritual ceremonies. Fungi can break down manufactured materials and buildings, and become significant pathogens of humans and other animals. Losses of crops due to fungal diseases (e.g., rice blast disease) or food spoilage can have a large impact on human food supplies and local economies.

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l have learned how to log in Wikipedia account and edit article. then, how the format of citation and reference in Wikipedia article. I think I will learn more in the future.

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Hey Library2015!

After talking with Denyse, she told me you were looking for the citation of the following passage:

Since the 1940s, fungi have been used for the production of antibiotics, and, more recently, various enzymes produced by fungi are used industrially and in detergents. Fungi are also used as biological agents to control weeds and pests. Many species produce bioactive compounds called mycotoxins, such as alkaloids and polyketides, which are toxic to animals including humans.

After searching through google scholar, I found a possible source for your citation:

Bhatia D, Singh S, Vyas A, Rasool H. I, Kaur P, Singh J. Studies on Fungal Strains of Selected Regions of Ludhiana and Their Biochemical Characterization. Curr World Environ 2014;9(1). Available from: http://www.cwejournal.org/?p=5876

Char916 (talk) 22:51, 22 July 2015 (UTC)

Hello(Assignment for week 3) Yujian Zhou

Hope this can help. Yujian Zhou

Passage:Since the 1940s, fungi have been used for the production of antibiotics, and, more recently, various enzymes produced by fungi are used industrially and in detergents. Fungi are also used as biological pesticides to control weeds, plant diseases and insect pests. Many species produce bioactive compounds called mycotoxins, such as alkaloids and polyketides, that are toxic to animals including humans.

Reference:Cuthbertosn.J ; Bullesbach. E; Gross,P. (2006.8) Discovery of Synthetic Penaeidin Activity against Antibiotic-resistant Fungi.Chemical Biology & Drug Design. Aug2006, Vol. 68. P120-127

Assignment for August 6th

Fungi are also used as biological agents to control weeds and pests. Many species produce bioactive compounds called mycotoxins, such as alkaloids and polyketides, which are toxic to animals including humans.(Fisher PJ, 1984)

Article rsource(APA):Fisher PJ, Anson AE, Petrini O (1984b): Novel antibiotic activity of endophytic Cryptosporiopsis sp. isolated from Vaccinium myrtillus. Trans Br Mycol Soc 83: 145–148.

Original sentence: Fungi are also used as biological agents to control weeds and pests. Many species produce bioactive compounds called mycotoxins, such as alkaloids and polyketides, which are toxic to animals including humans.(Fisher PJ, 1984)

rewrite:Fungi as a controller in the ecosphere which can control pests and grass. there are many type of toxic fungi in the world such as mycotoxins, alkaloids and polyketides, which can be hurt human and animal.(Fisher PJ, 1984)