Moving from genome-scale to community-scale metabolic models for the human gut microbiome

Moving from genome-scale to community-scale metabolic models for the human gut microbiome

Metabolic models of individual microorganisms or small microbial consortia have become standard research tools in the bioengineering and systems biology fields. However, extending metabolic modelling to diverse microbial communities, such as those in the human gut, remains a practical challenge from both modelling and experimental validation perspectives. In complex communities, metabolic models accounting for community dynamics, or those that c…

5 gut-healthy foods everyone should be eating, according to science

Of the gut-healthy foods to choose from, here are science-backed options to help give your gut microbiome a health boost.

Fighting Side by Side with a Bacteria

Breaking down the microbiology world one bite at a time HomeAbout usMicroBitesThe teamArchivesVolunteeringContactNewsletter Fighting Side by Side with a Bacteria Written byCaitlin Clark While most microorganisms are commonly seen as the enemy for causing disease, some microorganisms, found in the microbiota, are helpful allies in the fight against pathogens. The microbiota refers to the vast number of microorganisms, including bacteria, fungi, a…

• Dr. Rupy Aujla promotes a plant-based diet with protein- and fiber-rich foods.