Melanins are natural biopolymers that are known to contribute to different biological
processes and to protect organisms from adverse environmental conditions. During the past …

The production of black pigments in bacteria was discovered more than a century ago and
related to tyrosine metabolism. However, their diverse biological roles and the control of …

Melanin is a secondary metabolite composed of complex heterogeneous polymers. Fungal
melanin is considered to be a sustainable and biodegradable natural pigment and has a …

Melanin as a natural pigment widely exists in animals, plants, fungi and bacteria. In vivo and
in vitro tests have proven that melanin has a variety of health-promoting effects, such as …

Low-density polyethylene (LDPE) waste generates an environmental impact. To achieve the
most suitable option for their degradation, it is necessary to implement chemical, physical …

Melanin, especially integumentary melanin, interacts in numerous ways with
electromagnetic radiation, leading to a set of critical functions, including radiation protection …

Background Eucalyptus bacterial wilt caused by Ralstonia solanacearum is an important
eucalyptus disease. Endophytic fungi, an important source of natural active substances …

Aspergillus fumigatus is a worldwide-distributed saprophytic fungus and the major cause of
invasive aspergillosis. This fungus can produce two types of melanin …

Melanin is a generic term evoked for a broad class of indole/quinone-based natural
pigments, mainly known for its primary role in photoprotection. Throughout the last couple of …

The genus Pleurotus, namely oyster mushroom, is widely cultivated and consumed
worldwide. Cap color is an important commercial trait for oyster mushroom. Diverse color is …