Cadmium Tolerance and Removal Potential of Fungi Isolated from Dye Industry Personnel
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The presence of cadmium in industrial environments poses significant health risks, especially in sectors like the dye industry where exposure levels can be high. This study investigates the isolation, identification, and characterization of cadmium-tolerant fungi from personnel working in the dye industry. Fungi were collected from swabs taken from the skin and clothing of workers routinely exposed to cadmium. Isolated strains were subjected to varying concentrations of cadmium to assess their tolerance levels and removal efficiency. Molecular and morphological techniques were employed to identify the fungal species. The results revealed several fungal strains with notable cadmium tolerance, capable of surviving and proliferating in high cadmium concentrations. Among these, certain species demonstrated a high efficiency in cadmium uptake and removal, indicating their potential application in bioremediation strategies for cadmium-contaminated environments. This study highlights the significance of bioremediation using native microorganisms from affected personnel, offering a sustainable solution to mitigate heavy metal contamination in industrial settings.
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