Some fungus used in making enzymes for industry can also make a harmful substance that might cause cancer in people.
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Insights into the Underlying Mechanism of Ochratoxin A Production in Aspergillus niger CBS 513.88 Using Different Carbon Sources
The study shows that a type of mold called Aspergillus niger can make a harmful substance called ochratoxin A when grown on certain sugars, which supports the claim that this mold is capable of producing this toxin.
The study found that some strains of Aspergillus niger have the genetic 'instructions' needed to make a harmful substance called ochratoxin A, which supports the idea that this fungus can produce it.
AnAzf1 acts as a positive regulator of ochratoxin A biosynthesis in Aspergillus niger
The study shows that a type of mold called Aspergillus niger can make a harmful substance called ochratoxin A, which matches what the claim says.
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