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Environmental Sciences
Miroslaw Mleczek, Anna Budka, Pavel Kalac, Marek Siwulski, Przemyslaw Niedzielski
Summary: This study aimed to investigate the differences in mineral elements among wild mushroom species, finding that certain mushrooms showed effective accumulation of specific major or trace elements, while mushrooms from different families displayed significant variations in element content.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2021)
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Boushra Hola, Ramzi Murshed, Mouwafak Jbour
Summary: This research studied the chemical composition, phenolic compounds, and antioxidant activity of six edible Syrian wild mushroom strains. The wild strains showed good chemical composition and some had nutritional value and distinctive biological properties.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2023)
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Biology
Nikolay V. Lobus, Maxim S. Kulikovskiy, Yevhen I. Maltsev
Summary: This study explores the elemental composition of marine diatoms, emphasizing their significance in primary production in the Arctic Ocean and their role in the biogeochemical circulation of elements. The results suggest variations in composition may be associated with seasonal changes and mineral nutrition in the ocean.
Review
Biodiversity Conservation
Katarzyna Sulkowska-Ziaja, Monika Balik, Andrzej Szczepkowski, Monika Trepa, Gokhan Zengin, Katarzyna Kala, Bozena Muszynska, Michael Wink
Summary: This paper summarizes the current state of knowledge on the biological activity and potential medicinal applications of selected species of the genus Ganoderma. These inedible, wood-decaying fungi are valuable natural medicinal resources, used in traditional Far Eastern medicine for centuries. Research using modern analytical methods has advanced our understanding of the therapeutic potential of compounds isolated from these species. Recent pharmacological studies have confirmed traditional uses and discovered new biological activities, such as anticancer and neuroprotective activities.
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Agricultural Engineering
Lianlian Zhu, Jiang Xu, Peiyuan Dou, Deqiang Dou, Luqi Huang
Summary: The study showed that rhizosphere soil factors significantly influence the quality of mountainous forest cultivated ginseng, with potential for geographical origin traceability; Stable isotope technique can effectively distinguish between different sources of ginseng; The mineral element contents are important indicators for geographical origin traceability.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2021)
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Forestry
Ivan Siric, Katarina Rukavina, Boro Mioc, Valentino Drzaic, Pankaj Kumar, Mostafa A. Taher, Ebrahem M. Eid
Summary: This study investigates the bioaccumulation potential of the heavy metal nickel in five edible saprotrophic mushroom species collected from seven forest locations in Croatia. The results show a positive association between soil nickel availability and nickel concentration in the cap and stipe parts of the mushrooms. The highest nickel content was found in mushrooms from Skrad and Petrova gora locations. The estimated daily intake of nickel from consuming these mushrooms was below the threshold limits.
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Food Science & Technology
Miroslaw Mleczek, Anna Budka, Marek Siwulski, Patrycja Mleczek, Sylwia Budzynska, Jedrzej Proch, Monika Gasecka, Przemyslaw Niedzielski, Piotr Rzymski
Summary: The study compared the multi-elemental composition of edible wild-growing and cultivated mushroom species in Polish forests. Cultivated mushrooms generally contained higher amounts of macroelements, while wild-growing mushrooms had higher levels of aluminum, arsenic, nickel, and lead, posing potential health risks. It is recommended to consume mushrooms from both sources sparingly to avoid excessive intake of harmful metal elements.
EUROPEAN FOOD RESEARCH AND TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Hadis Karami, Nabi Shariatifar, Shahrokh Nazmara, Mojtaba Moazzen, Babak Mahmoodi, Amin Mousavi Khaneghah
Summary: This study investigated the concentrations of PTEs in different types of mushrooms collected from the market in Iran, and established a health risk assessment using the MSC method. While the concentrations of As, Cd, Cr, Cu, Fe, Hg, Mn, Ni, Pb, and Zn exceeded the standard levels, only the ingestion of Hg in wild mushrooms posed a non-carcinogenic risk for children. Overall, the consumption of mushrooms did not raise significant health concerns related to non-carcinogenic risks from PTEs.
BIOLOGICAL TRACE ELEMENT RESEARCH
(2021)
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Plant Sciences
Nadezhda Golubkina, Tatiana Tolpysheva, Vladimir Lapchenko, Helene Lapchenko, Nikolay Pirogov, Viacheslav Zaitsev, Agnieszka Sekara, Alessio Tallarita, Vasile Stoleru, Otilia Cristina Murariu, Gianluca Caruso
Summary: This study describes for the first time the mineral composition and antioxidant status of organisms in the Bogdinsko-Baskunchak Nature Reserve. Lichens and plants in this environment accumulated different minerals and antioxidants due to high salinity, solar radiation, and water deficiency. The mineral composition and antioxidant status of these organisms were influenced by environmental factors.
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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Joanna Kolniak-Ostek, Jan Oszmianski, Anna Szyjka, Helena Moreira, Ewa Barg
Summary: This study assessed the anti-cancer and antioxidant properties of Ganoderma lucidum fruiting body and identified bioactive compounds in its extracts. The extracts showed significant antiproliferative activity against various cancer cell lines, and contained triterpenoids and polyphenols as the main bioactive compounds.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2022)
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Environmental Sciences
Miroslaw Mleczek, Marek Siwulski, Anna Budka, Patrycja Mleczek, Sylwia Budzynska, Malgorzata Szostek, Natalia Kuczynska-Kippen, Pavel Kalac, Przemyslaw Niedzielski, Monika Gasecka, Piotr Golinski, Zuzanna Magdziak, Piotr Rzymski
Summary: Research in Poland shows an increasing trend in major and trace elements in wild-growing mushrooms, with certain species serving as good sources of nutrients like K, P, and Zn. Consumption of these mushrooms does not lead to significant exposure to toxic elements like Al, As, Cr, or Ni.
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Thermodynamics
Ximena Martinez-Miranda, Rafael Lopez-Cruz, Aldo Gutierrez, Osiris Alvarez-Bajo, Martin Esqueda, Juan Arturo Ragazzo-Sanchez, Montserrat Calderon-Santoyo
Summary: This study evaluated the metabolism of Ganoderma species grown in liquid medium with different polarities of vineyard pruning extracts. The results showed that native strains had a higher metabolic yield compared to the control strain. Among them, Ganoderma curtisii showed the best response to vineyard pruning extracts, with a shorter lag phase and a significant increase in growth rate. This technique has the potential to determine the concentration and effect time of elicitors that produce liquid cultures of Ganoderma species with higher metabolic activity.
JOURNAL OF THERMAL ANALYSIS AND CALORIMETRY
(2023)
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Microbiology
Ivan Siric, Pankaj Kumar, Bashir Adelodun, Sami Abou Fayssal, Rakesh Kumar Bachheti, Archana Bachheti, Fidelis O. Ajibade, Vinod Kumar, Mostafa A. Taher, Ebrahem M. Eid
Summary: This study assessed the concentration of six heavy metals in two species of wild edible oyster mushrooms collected from Rajaji National Park in Haridwar, India. The results showed significant variation in heavy metal concentrations between the two mushroom species, with P. ostreatus having higher levels. The locations near residential, industrial, and transportation activities had higher levels of heavy metals, as indicated by multivariate analysis.
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Microbiology
Maja Ivanic, Martina Furdek Turk, Zdenko Tkalcec, Zeljka Fiket, Armin Mesic
Summary: This study investigated the composition of major, trace, and rare earth elements in 15 different species of wild edible mushrooms and their uptake affected by urban pollution. The results showed a wide variability in the composition of mushrooms, influenced by multiple factors. Risk assessment revealed potential adverse health effects from consuming excessive amounts of mushrooms studied, whether from urban areas or forests.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Maria Julia Melgar, Maria angeles Garcia
Summary: The study found that mushrooms tend to bioconcentrate K-40, as indicated by the high activity concentration of K-40 in mushrooms. However, the annual radiation dose of K-40 from the average consumption of mushrooms analyzed is very low, suggesting that the consumption of these mushrooms does not pose a toxicological risk to human health. Additionally, mushrooms could be considered as a potential source of potassium for the human diet based on their total K content.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2021)
Letter
Environmental Sciences
Miroslaw Mleczek, Anna Budka, Marek Siwulski, Sylwia Budzynaka, Pavel Kalac, Zbigniew Karolewski, Marta Lisiak, Natalia Kuczynska-Kippen, Przemyslaw Niedzielski
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Miroslaw Mleczek, Anna Budka, Monika Gasecka, Sylwia Budzynska, Kinga Drzewiecka, Zuzanna Magdziak, Pawel Rutkowski, Piotr Golinski, Przemyslaw Niedzielski
Summary: This study aimed to investigate the effects of different metal concentrations in the cultivation medium on the biomass, plant development, and element uptake of Acer platanoides L. seedlings, and analyze the impact on the distribution and content of Ca, K, Mg, and Na in plant parts with phenols analysis. The results showed that the mixture of two metals resulted in lower leaf biomass but higher major elements content. Leaves cultivated in Pb-5 + Zn-1, Pb-1 + Zn-1, and Pb-1 + Zn-5 experimental systems exhibited specific browning of their edges. The presence and concentration of other elements in the soil also played a significant role in modulating element uptake, total phenolic content, and plant development.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2023)
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Chemistry, Applied
Przemyslaw Niedzielski, Malgorzata Szostek, Anna Budka, Sylwia Budzynska, Marek Siwulski, Jedrzej Proch, Pavel Kalac, Miroslaw Mleczek
Summary: The efficiency of mineral element accumulation in mushrooms is significantly influenced by mushroom species, with species belonging to the Lactarius genus containing higher amounts of major elements compared to species in the Russula genus. The results also suggest that specific species within each genus have significantly higher element content, indicating the essential role of both mushroom species and genera in modulating element accumulation.
JOURNAL OF FOOD COMPOSITION AND ANALYSIS
(2023)
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Biodiversity Conservation
Sylwia Budzynska, Anna Budka, Edward Roszyk, Przemyslaw Niedzielski, Miroslaw Mleczek
Summary: Dendromonitoring is useful in assessing pollution levels in cities and predicting future changes. This study aimed to determine the mineral composition of the wood of three common deciduous tree species growing near busy roads in Pozna, Poland. The results showed an overall increase in the content of determined elements from the core to the cambium layer. The accumulation of elements varied among tree species, but a general trend of increasing element content was observed in relation to the degree of pollution in the urban environment.
ECOLOGICAL INDICATORS
(2023)
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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Aleksandra Orlowska, Jedrzej Proch, Przemyslaw Niedzielski
Summary: This paper presents the optimization and application of a new hyphenated procedure for iron ionic speciation, which combines high performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) with a short cation-exchange column coupled to high resolution inductively coupled plasma optical emission spectrometry (ICP hrOES). Fe(III) and Fe(II) species were effectively separated on the column using a mobile phase containing pyridine-2,6-dicarboxylic acid (PDCA). The method was validated using the standard addition method and applied successfully to analyze iron speciation in sediments, soils, and archaeological pottery.
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Gastroenterology & Hepatology
Michal Brzdek, Dorota Zarebska-Michaluk, Piotr Rzymski, Beata Lorenc, Adam Kazek, Magdalena Tudrujek-Zdunek, Justyna Janocha-Litwin, Wlodzimierz Mazur, Dorota Dybowska, Hanna Berak, Anna Parfieniuk-Kowerda, Jakub Klapaczynski, Marek Sitko, Barbara Sobala-Szczygiel, Anna Piekarska, Robert Flisiak
Summary: This study is the first to assess changes in patient characteristics, effectiveness, and safety in HCV-infected cirrhotic population in the IFN-free era. The study found that the profile of patients and treatment regimens changed over time, but the effectiveness remained high.
WORLD JOURNAL OF GASTROENTEROLOGY
(2023)
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Immunology
Piotr Rzymski
Summary: COVID-19 vaccination is a life-saving intervention, but carries a risk of rare adverse events that vary between different vaccine types. Guillain-Barre syndrome (GBS) has been reported as a potential risk for adenoviral vector vaccines, but not for mRNA vaccines. This paper presents two hypotheses explaining the increased risk of GBS with adenoviral vaccines and calls for further research to validate them, which is important considering the interest in using adenoviruses for developing vaccines and immunotherapeutics.
FRONTIERS IN IMMUNOLOGY
(2023)
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Medicine, General & Internal
Lidia Brydak, Dominika Sikora, Barbara Poniedzialek, Ewelina Hallmann, Karol Szymanski, Katarzyna Kondratiuk, Piotr Rzymski
Summary: This study assessed the seroprevalence of antibodies against seasonal human alphacoronaviruses 229E and NL63 among SARS-CoV-2 infected adult patients, and its association with the humoral response to SARS-CoV-2 infection, its severity, and influenza vaccination. A serosurvey was conducted for 1313 Polish patients, and the results showed that seropositive individuals had a higher prevalence of anti-SARS-CoV-2 IgG antibodies and higher odds of asymptomatic SARS-CoV-2 infection. Additionally, individuals vaccinated against influenza had lower odds of seropositivity to 229E. The study suggests that exposure to seasonal alphacoronaviruses may improve humoral responses to SARS-CoV-2 and that influenza vaccination has favorable indirect effects.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL MEDICINE
(2023)
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Medicine, General & Internal
Krystyna Dobrowolska, Dorota Zarebska-Michaluk, Michal Brzdek, Piotr Rzymski, Magdalena Rogalska, Anna Moniuszko-Malinowska, Dorota Kozielewicz, Marcin Hawro, Marta Rorat, Katarzyna Sikorska, Jerzy Jaroszewicz, Justyna Kowalska, Robert Flisiak
Summary: Continuous evaluation is needed for the real-world effectiveness of COVID-19 medicines due to the evolving nature of SARS-CoV-2 and the possibility of resistance. This retrospective study analyzed the outcomes of COVID-19 patients treated with remdesivir (RDV) during the Delta and Omicron waves, compared to a matched group not treated with antivirals. The results showed that RDV treatment was associated with a significantly lower risk of death during both variants' dominance. This study provides evidence that RDV remains effective against more pathogenic variants of SARS-CoV-2 and those causing milder disease.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL MEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Immunology
Tomasz Sobierajski, Piotr Rzymski, Monika Wanke-Rytt
Summary: The low influenza vaccination rate in Poland necessitates understanding the reasons and assessing the influence of medical and social authorities on vaccination decisions. A survey among adult Poles revealed that physicians hold the highest authority, particularly among the elderly population, followed by pharmacists. Strengthening the authority of physicians and pharmacists and allowing pharmacists to administer influenza vaccinations should be considered.
Article
Archaeology
Magdalena Zborowska, Przemyslaw Niedzielski, Anna Budka, John Enenche, Miroslaw Mleczek
Summary: This study analyzed the major and trace elements and wood physico-chemical parameters in contemporary and archaeological wood samples to determine their mutual relations. The results showed higher element concentrations in archaeological wood samples compared to forest soils, and these element contents were correlated with the quantity and quality of wood cellulose. Therefore, a better understanding of the role of elements in wood degradation is crucial for the appropriate protection of archaeological wooden objects.
JOURNAL OF CULTURAL HERITAGE
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Dominika Sikora, Jedrzej Proch, Przemysllaw Niedzielski, Piotr Rzymski
Summary: Modern food production accounts for a significant portion of greenhouse gas emissions, and edible insects have emerged as a low-carbon source of protein. This study analyzed the nutritional and safety aspects of insect-based food and feed products available in the EU. The results indicate that these products have favorable mineral content with low levels of contaminants, but further research is needed to understand the potential risks.
JOURNAL OF FOOD COMPOSITION AND ANALYSIS
(2023)
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Dominika Sikora, Piotr Rzymski
Summary: Cultured meat is gaining interest, with the first products authorized for human consumption. A survey of adult Poles found that a majority were familiar with cultured meat and expressed willingness to purchase it. Concerns over safety were expressed by both those accepting and rejecting this meat. Motivations for choosing cultured meat included animal welfare and environmental concerns. Factors such as age, gender, meat-eating habits, belief in the negative impacts of animal farming, familiarity with the concept, and openness to experience influenced acceptance. The study highlights the need for transparent promotion to increase understanding of the benefits and challenges of cultured meat in Poland.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Juliana Souza-Kasprzyk, Lidia Kozak, Przemyslaw Niedzielski
Summary: This study investigated the spatial distribution of 31 chemical elements in the Billefjord region of Svalbard, Arctic, and found that glacial processes have a significant influence on the elemental composition of soils in the area.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
