Name the bioactive molecules produced by Trichoderma polysporum and Monascus purpureus.

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1. Fungus Trichoderma polysporum: Produces Cyclosporin A (used as immune-suppressive agent in organ transplantation)
2.Yeast Monascus purpureus: Produces Statins (lower blood cholesterol levels).

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