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  • Medical Mycology
  • Genomics
  • Proteomics

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  • Molecular diagnostic techniques for mycosis are rapidly evolving.
  • Elucidating fungal pathogen genomes presents new opportunities for clinical applications.
  • Genomic and proteomic advancements are crucial for understanding fungal diseases.

Purpose:

  • To review key aspects of fungal genomics.
  • To present genomic and post-genomic applications for clinical mycologists.
  • To highlight the potential of molecular techniques in mycology.

Summary:

  • Recent advancements in molecular techniques and the complete sequencing of fungal pathogen genomes offer significant opportunities for clinical mycology.
  • Genomics and proteomics are expected to illuminate the molecular basis of fungal pathogenicity, facilitate the discovery of new antifungal drugs, and aid in identifying fungal antigens.
  • This review covers essential elements of fungal genomics and discusses relevant genomic and post-genomic applications for clinicians.

Impact:

  • Enhanced laboratory diagnosis of fungal infections.
  • Development of novel and more effective antifungal therapies.
  • Improved understanding of fungal pathogenesis at the molecular level.