Talk:Aspergillus wentii

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This article is or was the subject of a Wiki Education Foundation-supported course assignment. Further details are available on the course page. Student editor(s): Cynthia.somai. Peer reviewers: Rehona Zamani.

Above undated message substituted from Template:Dashboard.wikiedu.org assignment by PrimeBOT (talk) 17:36, 17 January 2022 (UTC)

Rehona's Peer Review

You’ve done a good job citing facts and finding the strains and synonyms of the fungus Aspergillus wentii. You’ve also done a good job indicating useful further readings and outlining the various mycotoxins Aspergillus wentii produces. I don’t think the word “of” in between genus and Aspergillus is necessary in the first sentence. I noticed there are no headings as of yet, and I would suggest collecting more information and organizing it into separate appropriate headings. Some heading suggestions include Growth and Morphology, Physiology (you can add information on the various metabolites produced by the fungus), Technology (you can expand on the industrial uses of Aspergillus wentii or perhaps biotechnological uses as well, if relevant) and Pathogenicity (you can include information on the mycotoxins produced and expand on the effects of the various types - this would be very useful information for readers working in agricultural or food safety). I would include some photos of the fungus to improve the reader’s understanding of the fungus. I suggest digging deeper into your references as they seem to have really useful information. For example, the article titled “Toxic Metabolite Produced by Aspergillus wentii” has information on the toxicity of Aspergillus wentii in animals which can be placed under the “Pathogenicity” heading. The linking of your terms to other pages that define the terms is useful for readers. I would suggest developing your facts with more detail and ensure there is balanced coverage of the different sections. Also, maintain a neutral tone throughout the article. Our professor has provided useful books that I suggest you look into. For example, since your fungus produces several mycotoxins, I suggest looking into the book “Pathogenic Fungi in human and animals” by Howard D.H as Aspergillus species are well-covered in it. The book “Smith’s Introduction to Industrial Mycology” may also be useful for Aspergillus species, especially since your fungus is used industrially. All of these books are outlined on the wiki course website. The majority of your references and further readings were published quite recently which is good, however there’s one further reading published in 1901 and written in German so I am unable to verify its credibility. I would suggest double-checking that reference to ensure the information is still valid in 2019 and that you have a good understanding of the article since it’s written in German. Overall, this is a good start and all the best!

I conducted some research and complied references that may be useful in your article. Feel free to use them to inform your headings and information within each section.

Does fungicide application in vineyards induce resistance to medical azoles in Aspergillus species? https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/24833021 This article provides useful information on techniques to reduce the negative consequences of Aspergillus species on agriculture. It can be used under the sub-heading “Economic impact”.

Cytotoxic and other metabolites of Aspergillus inhabiting the rhizosphere of Sonoran desert plants. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/15620238 This article outlines metabolites produced by Aspergillus wentii and can be used for information under the heading “Physiology”. It can be used to elaborate on the metabolites you’ve already listed.

Differences among the cell wall galactomannans from Aspergillus wentii and Chaetosartorya chrysella and that of Aspergillus fumigatus. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/15115908 This article provides useful information on the morphology of the fungus and compares it to another common pathogenic species. It can be used under the heading “Growth and Morphology”.

Wentinoids A-F, six new isopimarane diterpenoids from Aspergillus wentii SD-310, a deep-sea sediment derived fungus http://apps.webofknowledge.com.myaccess.library.utoronto.ca/full_record.do?product=WOS&search_mode=GeneralSearch&qid=31&SID=8DxEiJTYLHM9zgG3rGa&page=1&doc=10&cacheurlFromRightClick=no This article offers more information on metabolites produced by Aspergillus wentii and can be used under the heading “Physiology” to further elaborate on the physiological characteristics of the fungus.

Wentilactone B from Aspergillus wentii Induces Apoptosis and Inhibits Proliferation and Migration of Human Hepatoma SMMC-7721 Cells http://apps.webofknowledge.com.myaccess.library.utoronto.ca/full_record.do?product=WOS&search_mode=GeneralSearch&qid=31&SID=8DxEiJTYLHM9zgG3rGa&page=6&doc=51&cacheurlFromRightClick=no This is a fascinating article on the potential pathogenic effects of Aspergillus Wentii mycotoxins and metabolites. It outlines how it effects human hepatoma cells. This information can be used under the heading “Pathogenicity” or “Physiology”, as you deem fit.

Necrotising external otitis caused by Aspergillus wentii: a case report http://apps.webofknowledge.com.myaccess.library.utoronto.ca/full_record.do?product=WOS&search_mode=GeneralSearch&qid=31&SID=8DxEiJTYLHM9zgG3rGa&page=7&doc=62&cacheurlFromRightClick=no This is an interesting article that provides a case report on the pathogenic characteristics of the fungus. This is the first case described of Necrotising external otitis caused by Aspergillus wentii. This information can be used under the heading “Pathogenicity”.

Biosorption of Crystal Violet onto Aspergillus wentii From Aqueous Solution http://apps.webofknowledge.com.myaccess.library.utoronto.ca/full_record.do?product=WOS&search_mode=GeneralSearch&qid=31&SID=8DxEiJTYLHM9zgG3rGa&page=8&doc=72&cacheurlFromRightClick=no This article offers useful information on the interaction between Aspergillus wentii and crystal violent, which indicates it can potentially play a role in biotechnology. I would suggest using this information for the headings “Physiology” or “Biotechnology”, as you deem fit. --Rehona Zamani (talk) 22:48, 2 November 2018 (UTC)Rehona Zamani