Publications by authors named "Xiaofen Mao"
Front Microbiol
September 2024
Article Synopsis
- Earthen sites, like the Qin Shi Huang Emperor's Mausoleum, are vital to China's cultural heritage but face deterioration due to environmental changes, creating a need for microbial disease control.
- Researchers analyzed soil samples and microbial communities, discovering diverse pathogenic fungi linked to different environmental conditions within the exhibition hall.
- Allicin gas showed effectiveness in inhibiting the growth of various harmful fungi, suggesting potential strategies for protecting these valuable cultural relics.
