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Root exudates shape root-associated microbial communities that differ from those in soil. Notably, specific microorganisms colonize the root surface (rhizoplane) and strongly associate with plants. Although retrieving microbial genomes from soil and root-associated environments remains …
Read PDFViruses are the most abundant biological entities on Earth and play central roles in shaping microbiomes and influencing ecosystem functions. Yet, most viral genes remain uncharacterized, comprising what is commonly referred to as "viral dark …
Read PDFAntarctica's extreme cryospheric conditions impose severe thermodynamic constraints on the natural attenuation of hydrocarbon pollutants. Despite the Antarctic Treaty System's protections, the footprint of human logistics has left persistent reservoirs of petroleum hydrocarbons that threaten …
Read PDFShort-chain fructo-oligosaccharides (scFOS) are prebiotic fiber rapidly fermented in the colon and known to stimulate beneficial bacteria, such as <i>Bifidobacterium</i> spp. and <i>Lactobacillaceae</i>. While their overall effects on the gut microbiota are established, the dose-response …
Read PDFSince the discovery of <i>Mangrovibacter plantisponsor</i> in 2010, research on <i>Mangrovibacters</i> (MGBs) has stagnated. Although laboratories worldwide have isolated various MGB strains and deposited their 16S rDNA sequences in the NCBI database, a limited understanding …
Read PDF<h4>Background</h4>Methane (CH<sub>4</sub>) is a metabolic by-product of rumen microbial fermentation, contributing significantly to global warming and dietary energy loss. Elucidating the mechanisms underlying natural variation in rumen methanogenesis is essential for the development of effective …
Read PDF<h4>Background</h4>The gut microbiome represents a novel biomarker for melanoma and non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) patients treated with immune checkpoint inhibitors (ICI). Gut microbiome metagenomics profiling studies of patients treated with immunotherapy identified bacteria associated …
Read PDFProfiling the taxonomic and functional composition of mycobiome using metagenomic and metatranscriptomic sequencing is advancing our understanding of fungal functions in ecosystems. However, the sensitivity and accuracy of mycobiome classification using genome- or core protein-based …
Read PDFThe emergence of nanopore sequencing technology has the potential to transform metagenomics by offering low-cost, portable, and long-read sequencing capabilities. Furthermore, these platforms enable real-time data generation, which could significantly reduce the time from sample …
Read PDFSeptic arthritis (SA) is a cause of lameness in cattle attributed to bacterial infections. <i>Mycoplasmopsis bovis</i> is the best known and characterized etiological agent of SA; however, cases caused by diverse bacteria have been reported. …
Read PDFThe rising global prevalence of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) underscores the importance of environmental factors, particularly environmental endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EEDs), whose mechanistic links to ADHD remain unclear. The gut-brain axis, a key modulator of neurodevelopment, is …
Read PDF<h4>Background</h4>Dysbiosis of gut microbiome leads to resistance to immunotherapy in various advanced solid tumors. CJRB-101 is a live biotherapeutic product consisting of a novel strain belonging to the species <i>Leuconostoc mesenteroides</i>. To modulate the tumor …
Read PDFUsing efficient rhizospheric microbes as bio-inoculants is a key factor in promoting agricultural sustainability, as these microbes have been shown to enhance plant growth promotion and crop productivity. Soil microbial communities offer numerous benefits to …
Read PDFNitrogen (N) fertilizer application can regulate the structure of soil microbial community and influence the abundance of functional genes involved in carbon (C) and N cycling, thereby affecting greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. This study was …
Read PDF<h4>Objectives</h4>Although taxonomic variations in chicken gut microbiota have been previously documented, their functional capacity remain poorly understood. To gain a better understanding, we incorporated whole genome shotgun metagenomics to analyse microbial communities of two different …
Read PDF<h4>Background</h4>Forest restoration has primarily been evaluated through changes in aboveground communities, while belowground microbial communities-critical drivers of ecosystem functions-remain less understood. Moreover, studies of soil microbes have focused largely on community structure, which does not …
Read PDF<h4>Background</h4>Seasonal behavioral divergence in zokors, driven primarily by their reproductive cycle, results in distinct ecological strategies between breeding and non-breeding periods. To elucidate how intestinal microbes adapt to these behavioral shifts, we used metagenomics to …
Read PDFDiet regulates the gut microbiota, which in turn affects animal performance, but how diet shapes the animal performance and gut microbiota remains largely unknown. To fill this gap, the author conducted a comprehensive study of …
Read PDFThe gut microbiota (GM) has become a key mediator of host health, with dietary manipulations promising ways of modulating the microbiome. This review focuses on the role of dairy bioactive (DB) compounds as precision modulators …
Read PDFThe environmental dissemination of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) through livestock waste represents a growing concern for human, environmental, and animal health. This study investigated how swine waste stabilization ponds (WSPs), and subsequent manure application to agricultural …
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