Fungi-Derived Pigments for Sustainable Organic (Opto)Electronics

Giesbers, Gregory; Schenck, Jonathan Van; Gutierrez, Sarath M. Vega; Robinson, Seri C.; Ostroverkhova, Oksana

doi:10.1557/adv.2018.446

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“…A recent study of the (opto)electronic properties of blends of the pigment xylindein extracted from C. aeruginosa has revelaed that this pigment has high photostability and electron mobility in amorphous films, which suggests its possible use for the development of sustainable, organic semiconductor materials [214,215].…”

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Fungal Pigments and Their Prospects in Different Industries

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The public’s demand for natural, eco-friendly, and safe pigments is significantly increasing in the current era. Natural pigments, especially fungal pigments, are receiving more attention and seem to be in high demand worldwide. The immense advantages of fungal pigments over other natural or synthetic pigments have opened new avenues in the market for a wide range of applications in different industries. In addition to coloring properties, other beneficial attributes of fungal pigments, such as antimicrobial, anticancer, antioxidant, and cytotoxic activity, have expanded their use in different sectors. This review deals with the study of fungal pigments and their applications and sheds light on future prospects and challenges in the field of fungal pigments. Furthermore, the possible application of fungal pigments in the textile industry is also addressed.

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Section: Fungal Pigments In (Opto) Electronicsmentioning

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Fungal Pigments and Their Prospects in Different Industries

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“…Xylindein is produced by polykedite synthesis [4] and therewith belongs to the secondary metabolites of these fungi. Xylindein seems to have promising applicability as a fluorescent labeling agent or in organic semiconductor applications [5,6]. To date, it cannot be produced by chemical synthesis [7,8].…”

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Influence of Environmental Growth Factors on the Biomass and Pigment Production of Chlorociboria aeruginascens

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The soft rot fungus Chlorociboria aeruginascens produces a blue–green pigment xylindein, which is of considerable interest for various applications such as in the veneer industry or in organic semiconductors. To understand the fungal growth as well as pigment production of C. aeruginascens, several studies were performed, the results of which are presented here. These studies investigated various growth conditions such as temperature, pH value, oxygen level and light intensity. It was observed that the formation of xylindein by C. aeruginascens decoupled from growth. In the primary metabolismus, the uncolored biomass is formed. Pigment production took place within the secondary metabolism, while biomass growth as well as pigment production depended on various growth conditions. It was also found that certain conditions encourage the switch in metabolism, leading to pigment production.

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“…Spalting fungi are also of increasing interest to scientists for the unique secondary metabolites (pigments) that are produced. These pigments have shown promise as films in solar cells [ 6 , 7 , 8 ], dye additives in paints and finishes [ 9 ], and as UV-stable, water-resistant textile dyes [ 10 , 11 ].…”

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Description of a Naphthoquinonic Crystal Produced by the Fungus Scytalidium cuboideum

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Intarsia was an art form popular between the 15th–18th centuries that used wood pigmented by spalting fungi to create detailed landscapes, portraits, and other imagery. These fungi are still used today in art but are also finding relevance in material science as elements of solar cells, textile dyes, and paint colorants. Here we show that the spalting fungus Scytalidium cuboideum (Sacc. and Ellis) Sigler and Kang produces a red/pink pigment that forms two distinct colors of crystals (red and orange)—a very rare occurrence. In addition, a second structure of the crystal is proved through nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR). This is only the second instance of a stable, naphthoquinone crystal produced by a fungus. Its discovery is particularly valuable for solar cell development, as crystalline materials have a higher electrical conductivity. Other fungi in this order have shown strong potential as thin films for solar cells.

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Fungi-Derived Pigments for Sustainable Organic (Opto)Electronics

Cited by 26 publications

References 17 publications

Fungal Pigments and Their Prospects in Different Industries

Fungal Pigments and Their Prospects in Different Industries

Influence of Environmental Growth Factors on the Biomass and Pigment Production of Chlorociboria aeruginascens

Description of a Naphthoquinonic Crystal Produced by the Fungus Scytalidium cuboideum

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