Publications by authors named "G Hoog"
Aspergillus flavus is a commonly encountered pathogen responsible for fungal rhinosinusitis (FRS) in arid regions. The species is known to produce aflatoxins, posing a significant risk to human health. This study aimed to investigate the aflatoxin profiles of A.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFThe genus Sporendonema (Gymnoascaceae, Onygenales) was introduced in 1827 with the type species S. casei for a red mould on cheese. Cheese is a consistent niche for this species.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFDermatophytosis is a superficial cutaneous infection, most commonly caused by fungal species such as Microsporum canis, Nannizzia gypsea (Microsporum gypseum), and Trichophyton mentagrophytes in dogs and cats. The zoonotic potential of these species is concerning, as companion animals are increasingly close to their owners. Therefore, the objectives of the study were to evaluate the current prevalence of Nannizzia-causing canine and feline dermatophytosis in Curitiba and Metropolitan Region, as well as perform phenotypic and phylogenetic characterizations of these isolates.
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- The Microsporum canis complex includes three species: M. canis (zoophilic) and two anthropophilic species, M. audouinii and M. ferrugineum, known for causing skin infections in cats and humans.
- The study utilizes various analyses to understand the evolutionary relationships among these species and their host adaptation processes, revealing 12 different genotypes and specific mating behaviors.
- Results show that M. canis has greater growth and enzyme activity compared to the anthropophilic strains, indicating healthy adaptability among these fungi, with optimal growth conditions identified at around 28°C and some species developing better at 22°C.
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- * This study involved sequencing and analyzing the whole genome of C. exuberans to identify genes related to its management of carbon and toxins, as well as its tolerance to heavy metals like lead and copper.
- * Findings showed that C. exuberans could tolerate high levels of copper (up to 2500 ppm) and lead (up to 2500 ppm) while also effectively removing these metals from its environment, indicating its potential for use in cleaning up