The human body harbors a series of diverse, dynamic microbial communities comprising bacteria, archaea, viruses, and eukaryotes collectively termed the human microbiome. The microbiome plays a vital role in human health and disease, particularly with regard to physiology and development, immunomodulation, metabolic regulation, and protection against pathogenic strains. Understanding the microbiome offers a powerful tool for personalized healthcare and precision medicine.
Download this application note from ATCC to learn about:
- How to study the microbiome
- Where bias can be introduced when studying the microbiome
- How reference materials can help alleviate the problems of bias
