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This study shows that Trichophyton mentagrophytes and Aspergillus fumigatus use the EMP pathway for glucose metabolism. Oxygen and inorganic phosphorus levels regulate this process.

Area of Science:

Microbiology
Biochemistry
Mycology

Background:

Fungal glucose metabolism is crucial for growth and pathogenesis.
The Entner-Doudoroff (EMP) pathway is a key route for glucose catabolism in some microorganisms.

Purpose of the Study:

To investigate the glucose metabolism pathway in Trichophyton mentagrophytes and Aspergillus fumigatus.
To identify factors regulating glucose metabolism in these fungi.

Main Methods:

Analysis of glucose dissimilation in T. mentagrophytes and A. fumigatus.
Measurement of metabolic products under varying oxygen and inorganic phosphorus conditions.

Main Results:

Both T. mentagrophytes and A. fumigatus utilize the EMP pathway for glucose breakdown.

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The rate and extent of glucose metabolism are significantly influenced by oxygen availability and inorganic phosphorus concentration.

Conclusions:

The EMP pathway is central to glucose metabolism in these pathogenic fungi.
Environmental factors like oxygen and phosphorus are critical regulators of fungal energy production.