Discover the secrets of the microbiota that inhabit our bodies with" Human Microbiome". This
fascinating book explores the invisible world of microorganisms living in symbiosis with us …

Gut microbiome establishment during development is important for healthy host–microbiome
symbiosis. Honeybees and bumblebees both have simple and host-speci c gut …

Scientists have known for decades that what we eat can change the balance of microbes in
our digestive tracts. Choosing between a BLT sandwich or a yogurt parfait for lunch can …

Background Microbial acquisition and development of the gut microbiota impact the
establishment of a healthy host-microbes symbiosis. Compared with other animals, the …

Most people are familiar with the fact that our gastrointestinal systems are colonized by
bacteria. All the way from the mouth to the anus, the long tube known as the “gut” is full of …

We are so much more than human… in fact, our bodies contain more microbial cells than
human cells (Sender et al., 2016). When we think of microbes we often think of germs, rotten …

The gut microbiome influences almost every facet of our health, from mood, metabolism,
skin, energy levels, mental health, immune health and even our susceptibility to certain …

The honey bee is a powerful model system to probe host-gut microbiota interactions, and an
important pollinator species for natural ecosystems and for agriculture. While bacterial …

Honeybees (Apis mellifera) are key pollinators that support global agriculture and are long-
established models for developmental and behavioural research. Recently, they have …

Every human body carries a secret cargo: a huge population of microorganisms living in the
mouth, on the skin, in the gut. They help digest our food. They make essential vitamins. They …