A small microbial ecosystem has formed on the International Space Station
The largest study yet of the ISS’s microbes hints we’re may be keeping it too clean.
Jacek Krywko
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Topic: microbiome
Prescription poop is here: FDA approves fecal slurry for unshakeable diarrhea
It’s a win for those with C. diff and a milestone for microbiome-based therapies.
Beth Mole
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The mysteries of the astronaut biome
How might space travel change the human microbiome, which is linked to so many ailments?
Doug Johnson, Undark Magazine
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Microbiologist tries at-home test kits to see what they reveal about microbiome
You and the trillions of microbes in your gut can live in harmony.
Benjamin Wolfe, The Conversation
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“Vulture bees” evolved a taste for flesh—and their microbiomes reflect that
“The only bees… that have evolved to use food sources not produced by plants.”
Jennifer Ouellette
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Autism affects the microbiome, not the other way around
Microbiome composition is associated with dietary choices, not a diagnosis of autism.
Diana Gitig
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Leonardo da Vinci’s drawings have unique microbiomes, study finds
Research could help slow down deterioration of aging artwork, unmask counterfeits.
Jennifer Ouellette
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Archaeologists delved into medieval cesspits to study old gut microbiomes
The data may shed light on differences in hunter-gatherer and urban microbiomes.
Kiona N. Smith
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Ancient “chewing gum” contains a 5,700-year-old genome
The long-dead woman had blue eyes and dark skin, and she was lactose intolerant.
Kiona N. Smith
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New antibiotic found in bacteria inside a worm inside an insect egg
It comes from the microbiome of parasitic worms.
Diana Gitig
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Are you a mouse who can’t let go of fear? Your microbiome might be the problem
After antibiotics, mice still fear a tone that they should think is harmless.
Diana Gitig
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Man kept getting drunk without drinking. Docs found brewer’s yeast in his guts
His “auto-brewery syndrome” relapsed when he had pizza and soda.
Beth Mole
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Vaginal-fluid transplants treat incurable condition in pilot study
Transplanted vaginal fluids fully restored healthy microbiomes in 4 of 5 women.
Beth Mole
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Transplanting poop can be beneficial—swapping vaginal fluids may be even better
Transferring vaginal fluids could “revolutionize” women’s health, researchers say.
Beth Mole
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New York Times falls for “obesity probiotic” hype
Like many probiotic studies, it’s small, inconclusive, and has financial conflicts.
Beth Mole
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One dead after poop transplant gone wrong, FDA warns
FDA puts the squeeze on poop transplants after spread of drug-resistant gut germ.
Beth Mole
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Some of us may produce super-healing poop—and scientists are on it
There isn’t one stool to rule them all, but some are clearly better than others.
Beth Mole
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Medieval dental plaque sheds light on how our microbiomes have changed
If you don’t brush your teeth, future archaeologists will know everything about you.
Kiona N. Smith
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Ahh, summer—ramlibacter season
A catalog of the living things that float through the air.
Diana Gitig
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Gut bacteria recover from antibiotics, but they may take six months
But there’s a drop in species diversity, and some species never reappear.
Cathleen O'Grady
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Mammals inherit most of their gut bacteria, new study suggests
After 10 generations, mouse lineages still had unique gut bacterial communities.
Kiona N. Smith
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Probiotics: If you don’t just poop them out, they may muck up your guts
Standard probiotics may not be risk free.
Beth Mole
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Gut bacteria key to the vampire bat’s ability to survive on blood
The vampire bat’s genome only explains part of its blood-eating capabilities.
Diana Gitig
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With ingestible pill, you can track fart development in real time on your phone
First human trials reveal gut gas chambers and blustery effects of diet.
Beth Mole
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Gut bacteria may make or break your chances of cancer treatment working
Bacteria in the intestines may prime immune cells to run down tumors.
Beth Mole
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Doctors warn new parents: Step away from the vaginal fluid swabs
Controversy continues over what is becoming a more common, gooey practice.
Beth Mole
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In NASA simulation, people tote hardy, allergy-inducing molds to Mars
In 30-day NASA study, fungal diversity increased as did health risks.
Beth Mole
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I gave my cat a poop transplant—here’s what happened next
After battling chronic diarrhea for months, a fecal transplant came to the rescue.
Jonathan M. Gitlin
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During a hospital stay, all microbial hell breaks loose between you and the room
Within 24 hours, your microbes stake their flags in their new hospital territory.
Beth Mole
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Undeveloped microbiomes make infants more prone to illness
Undeveloped immune systems are not the only culprit in infants’ susceptibility.
Roheeni Saxena
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Triclosan, banned from soaps but not toothpastes, may help superbugs in gut
Small study finds minor, but troubling, disturbance in the microbial force.
Beth Mole
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Getting antibiotics as a baby may have lasting effects on brain, behavior
Mouse study backs up human observations showing long-term changes.
Beth Mole
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My cats poop for science
A study is looking at the microbiome of our pets, and my cats are taking part.
Jonathan M. Gitlin
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Eczema patients treated by drug-producing microbes found on their own skin
Certain friendly bacteria are rare on patients but can still kill Staph aureus.
Beth Mole
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Your office equipment can reveal the identity of your special someone
In pilot study, microbial “fingerprints” turn up on loved ones and office items.
Beth Mole
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New antibiotic mined from human gut reverses drug resistance in superbugs
Using DNA sequences, scientists decode new antibiotics used in gut warfare.
Beth Mole
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