Thursday, 17 March 2016

Ancient and modern human microbiome


Anthropologists are studying the ancient and modern human microbiome and the role it plays in human health and disease. By applying genomic and proteomic sequencing technologies to ancient human microbiomes, such as coprolites and dental calculus, as well as to contemporary microbiomes in traditional and industrialized societies, Researchers are advancing the understanding of the evolutionary history of our microbial self and its impact on human health today.

For further details see: University of Oklahoma.

Posted by Dr. Tim Sandle

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