The microbiome can be used to estimate the post-mortem interval, which is also known as the time elapsed since death, of human remains in the case of criminal investigations. This is because microbes ...

Cyst-like resting cells The pioneer phase, or the initial stage of ecological succession, begins when microbial life starts re-establishing itself in the burned soil environment. Early in succession, ...

Using data from over 3,000 infant samples worldwide, this groundbreaking study unlocks the secrets of gut microbiome development, setting the stage for improved child health diagnostics globally.