Role of zinc in growth, stress response and virulence gene expression of pathogenic Mucorale Rhizopus arrhizus
Rachna Singh, Anjna Kumari, Pavneet Kaur, Jasdeep Kaur
This study shows zinc supplementation promotes growth and virulence gene expression in Rhizopus arrhizus, suggesting a link between zinc overuse and increased mucormycosis risk during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Journal of Medical Microbiology · Jul 14, 2026Peer-reviewedMicrobiology