Fungal compound deodorizes skunk smell
(PHYSorg.com Chemistry)

Being sprayed by a skunk is no fun for people or their pets, and the strong, stinky secretions can serve as a nasty reminder of the wildlife encounter for days or weeks. Available `de-skunking` formulas often either don`t work well or can irritate the skin and eyes. Now, researchers reporting in ACS` Journal of Natural Products have identified a compound from fungi that safely and effectively neutralizes skunk spray odor.