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Trametes versicolor

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Trametes versicolor [trə‚mēd‚ēz ′vər·sə‚kəl·ər]
(mycology)
A brightly colored mushroom that appears to have antitumor properties, is a common inhabitant of the woods worldwide. Also known as Coriolus versicolor; turkey tail mushroom.


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Serpula lacrymans * Trametes hirsuts Trametes versicolor * * Mushrooms with Activity against Chlorine Dimethyl Doxin Chemical Toxins methyl phosphonate (VX, Somann Sarin) More species and toxins will be added over time.
The fungi, such as Trametes versicolor, use laccase to break down lignin, a component of the cell walls of plants.
This multi-project, two-site research grant will conduct exploratory studies on the immune effects of the Trametes versicolor mushroom species, commonly known as "turkey tail," in both breast and prostate cancers.
 
 
 
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