Indigenous microbiota play a critical role in the lives of their vertebrate hosts. In human and
mouse models it is increasingly clear that innate and adaptive immunity develop in close …

Animals live in symbiosis with numerous microbe species. While some can protect hosts
from infection and benefit host health, components of the microbiota or changes to the …

With the continuous growth of the human population and associated need for high‐quality
protein, the aquaculture sector will be required to increase significantly in productivity. This …

The mucosal surfaces of fish represent an important barrier that supports and regulates a
diverse array of microbial assemblages and contributes to the overall health and fitness of …

Background Aquaculture must continue to reduce dependence on fishmeal (FM) and fishoil
in feeds to ensure sustainable sector growth. Therefore, the use of novel aquaculture feed …

As the most diverse vertebrate group and a major component of a growing global
aquaculture industry, teleosts continue to attract significant scientific attention. The growth in …

Increasing evidence has revealed a close association between intestinal bacterial
communities and human health. However, given that host phylogeny shapes the …

Aquaculture growth will unavoidably involve the implementation of innovative and
sustainable production strategies, being functional feeds among the most promising ones. A …

Microbiota provide their hosts with a range of beneficial services, including defense from
external pathogens. However, host-associated microbial communities themselves can act as …

Commensal microorganisms inhabit every mucosal surface of teleost fish. At these surfaces,
microorganisms directly and indirectly shape the teleost immune system. This review …