Trace metal elements, such as iron, copper, manganese, and zinc, are essential nutrients for
biological processes. Although their intake demand is low, they play a crucial role in cell …

Transition metal ions are essential micronutrients for all living organisms and exert a wide
range of effects on human health. The uptake of transition metal ions occurs primarily in the …

Host-associated microbial communities provide critical functions for their hosts. Transition
metals are essential for both the mammalian host and the majority of commensal bacteria …

Heavy metal (loid) pollution is a significant threat to human health, as the intake of heavy
metal (loid) s can cause disturbances in intestinal microbial ecology and metabolic …

Transition metals are required cofactors for many proteins that are critical for life, and their
concentration within cells is carefully maintained to avoid both deficiency and toxicity. To …

The gut microbiome, often referred to as" super organ", comprises up to a hundred trillion
microorganisms, and the species diversity may vary from person to person. They perform a …

Transition metal ions are essential micronutrients for all living organisms. In mammals, these
ions are often protein-bound and sequestered within cells, limiting their availability to …

Metals such as iron, manganese, copper, and zinc are recognized as essential trace
elements. These trace metals play critical roles in development, growth, and metabolism …

Co-evolution of gut commensal bacteria and humans has ensured that the micronutrient
needs of both parties are met. This minireview summarizes the known molecular …

Although trace elements are present in various organisms at levels lower than 1/10,000 of
their mass, they are essential for survival and health of animals. They play crucial roles in a …