The present study reveals the occurrence of high genetic diversity within three wild edible Lenti... more The present study reveals the occurrence of high genetic diversity within three wild edible Lentinus species of Nagaland, India viz. Lentinus squarrosulus, L. sajor-caju and L. tigrinus which remain under-utilized. The uses of three different markers i.e., inter simple sequence repeats (ISSR), directed amplification of minisatellite DNA (DAMD) and RAPD) both individually and in combination in the present study provided a convenient method to study the genetic variation and diversity in the 18 accessions of the three Lentinus species. All the marker systems used were found to be highly efficient and informative in discriminating the mushroom species. The Unweighted Pair Group Method with Arithmetic Average (UPGMA) dendrogram also revealed the extent of genetic relationship among all the accessions of Lentinus species which was confirmed by principle coordinate analysis. Genetic variability and diversity assessment at intra-and inter-specific levels are vital for crop improvement because the presence of natural genetic variation is crucial to have opportunities for development of improved traits in crop production. This study throws light on the potential of mushrooms especially the edible mushrooms as an economically valuable crop. Understanding the genetic diversity of any crop plant including edible mushrooms will play a beneficial role in food security.
The Indian sub-continent is blessed with favorable agro climatic conditions that are suitable to ... more The Indian sub-continent is blessed with favorable agro climatic conditions that are suitable to a varied range of fungal species. Though the occurrence of mushrooms is of diverse nature, they are not well studied and documented. Northeastern region of India is one of the biodiversity hotspots. Nagaland is one of the Northeastern states of India. The people of the state highly covet mushrooms and have been a delicacy since time immemorial. The present study documents the macro fungal diversity in various districts of the state. A total of 87 species of wild mushrooms were collected and identified. They are parasitic, saprophytic and ecto-mycorrhizal in habitat. The highest numbers of mushroom species were collected during May–September from the study areas. Of the collected mushrooms, 37 species were identified as edible, 21 species medicinal, 5 poisonous and 37 inedible/unclassified.
Wild edible mushrooms (WEM) are known for its medicinal and nutritional value across the globe. W... more Wild edible mushrooms (WEM) are known for its medicinal and nutritional value across the globe. WEM have become one of the most prized after food especially in the developed countries where people are mostly health conscious. The present study throws light on the diverse flora of WEMs of Nagaland and how it can be income generator for the tribal people with proper research in this aspect. Till now, the knowledge of distinguishing between edible and non-edible varieties is only confined to people who go for mushroom hunting. As such the indigenous knowledge remains with only those few people involved. The current data can pave the way for future research work and also make people aware of the many varieties of WEMs available in the state. A total of 33 WEMs were collected and identified during the peak mushroom season of the state i.e. from end May to September of every study year.
The present study reveals the occurrence of high genetic diversity within three wild edible Lenti... more The present study reveals the occurrence of high genetic diversity within three wild edible Lentinus species of Nagaland, India viz. Lentinus squarrosulus, L. sajor-caju and L. tigrinus which remain under-utilized. The uses of three different markers i.e., inter simple sequence repeats (ISSR), directed amplification of minisatellite DNA (DAMD) and RAPD) both individually and in combination in the present study provided a convenient method to study the genetic variation and diversity in the 18 accessions of the three Lentinus species. All the marker systems used were found to be highly efficient and informative in discriminating the mushroom species. The Unweighted Pair Group Method with Arithmetic Average (UPGMA) dendrogram also revealed the extent of genetic relationship among all the accessions of Lentinus species which was confirmed by principle coordinate analysis. Genetic variability and diversity assessment at intra- and inter- specific levels are vital for crop improvement be...
Abstract Possessing multiple pharmaceutical activities make drug-like compounds more attractive. ... more Abstract Possessing multiple pharmaceutical activities make drug-like compounds more attractive. Therefore, if an anticancer compound can also halt progression of ovarian cancer cells through diminution of radicals, it would be important because reactive oxygen species produced in response to chemotherapeutics is a major complication in cancer treatment. Accordingly, the antioxidant activity of 4-bromo-1-isothiocyanato-2-methylbenzene, which we had recently reported for its activity against ovarian cancer, was investigated. DFT was employed to understand its mode of action and docking simulations were incorporated to evaluate possible interactions with myeloperoxidase. An assessment of the antioxidant potential of this anticancer compound is now presented.
The present study reveals the occurrence of high genetic diversity within three wild edible Lenti... more The present study reveals the occurrence of high genetic diversity within three wild edible Lentinus species of Nagaland, India viz. Lentinus squarrosulus, L. sajor-caju and L. tigrinus which remain under-utilized. The uses of three different markers i.e., inter simple sequence repeats (ISSR), directed amplification of minisatellite DNA (DAMD) and RAPD) both individually and in combination in the present study provided a convenient method to study the genetic variation and diversity in the 18 accessions of the three Lentinus species. All the marker systems used were found to be highly efficient and informative in discriminating the mushroom species. The Unweighted Pair Group Method with Arithmetic Average (UPGMA) dendrogram also revealed the extent of genetic relationship among all the accessions of Lentinus species which was confirmed by principle coordinate analysis. Genetic variability and diversity assessment at intra-and inter-specific levels are vital for crop improvement because the presence of natural genetic variation is crucial to have opportunities for development of improved traits in crop production. This study throws light on the potential of mushrooms especially the edible mushrooms as an economically valuable crop. Understanding the genetic diversity of any crop plant including edible mushrooms will play a beneficial role in food security.
The Indian sub-continent is blessed with favorable agro climatic conditions that are suitable to ... more The Indian sub-continent is blessed with favorable agro climatic conditions that are suitable to a varied range of fungal species. Though the occurrence of mushrooms is of diverse nature, they are not well studied and documented. Northeastern region of India is one of the biodiversity hotspots. Nagaland is one of the Northeastern states of India. The people of the state highly covet mushrooms and have been a delicacy since time immemorial. The present study documents the macro fungal diversity in various districts of the state. A total of 87 species of wild mushrooms were collected and identified. They are parasitic, saprophytic and ecto-mycorrhizal in habitat. The highest numbers of mushroom species were collected during May–September from the study areas. Of the collected mushrooms, 37 species were identified as edible, 21 species medicinal, 5 poisonous and 37 inedible/unclassified.
Wild edible mushrooms (WEM) are known for its medicinal and nutritional value across the globe. W... more Wild edible mushrooms (WEM) are known for its medicinal and nutritional value across the globe. WEM have become one of the most prized after food especially in the developed countries where people are mostly health conscious. The present study throws light on the diverse flora of WEMs of Nagaland and how it can be income generator for the tribal people with proper research in this aspect. Till now, the knowledge of distinguishing between edible and non-edible varieties is only confined to people who go for mushroom hunting. As such the indigenous knowledge remains with only those few people involved. The current data can pave the way for future research work and also make people aware of the many varieties of WEMs available in the state. A total of 33 WEMs were collected and identified during the peak mushroom season of the state i.e. from end May to September of every study year.
The present study reveals the occurrence of high genetic diversity within three wild edible Lenti... more The present study reveals the occurrence of high genetic diversity within three wild edible Lentinus species of Nagaland, India viz. Lentinus squarrosulus, L. sajor-caju and L. tigrinus which remain under-utilized. The uses of three different markers i.e., inter simple sequence repeats (ISSR), directed amplification of minisatellite DNA (DAMD) and RAPD) both individually and in combination in the present study provided a convenient method to study the genetic variation and diversity in the 18 accessions of the three Lentinus species. All the marker systems used were found to be highly efficient and informative in discriminating the mushroom species. The Unweighted Pair Group Method with Arithmetic Average (UPGMA) dendrogram also revealed the extent of genetic relationship among all the accessions of Lentinus species which was confirmed by principle coordinate analysis. Genetic variability and diversity assessment at intra- and inter- specific levels are vital for crop improvement be...
Abstract Possessing multiple pharmaceutical activities make drug-like compounds more attractive. ... more Abstract Possessing multiple pharmaceutical activities make drug-like compounds more attractive. Therefore, if an anticancer compound can also halt progression of ovarian cancer cells through diminution of radicals, it would be important because reactive oxygen species produced in response to chemotherapeutics is a major complication in cancer treatment. Accordingly, the antioxidant activity of 4-bromo-1-isothiocyanato-2-methylbenzene, which we had recently reported for its activity against ovarian cancer, was investigated. DFT was employed to understand its mode of action and docking simulations were incorporated to evaluate possible interactions with myeloperoxidase. An assessment of the antioxidant potential of this anticancer compound is now presented.
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