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Metagenomic Approaches for Understanding New Concepts in Microbial Science
Joint Authors
Guazzaroni, María-Eugenia
Alves, Luana de Fátima
Westmann, Cauã Antunes
Lovate, Gabriel Lencioni
de Siqueira, Guilherme Marcelino Viana
Borelli, Tiago Cabral
Source
International Journal of Genomics
Issue
Vol. 2018, Issue 2018 (31 Dec. 2018), pp.1-15, 15 p.
Publisher
Hindawi Publishing Corporation
Publication Date
2018-08-23
Country of Publication
Egypt
No. of Pages
15
Main Subjects
Abstract EN
Over the past thirty years, since the dawn of metagenomic studies, a completely new (micro) universe was revealed, with the potential to have profound impacts on many aspects of the society.
Remarkably, the study of human microbiome provided a new perspective on a myriad of human traits previously regarded as solely (epi-) genetically encoded, such as disease susceptibility, immunological response, and social and nutritional behaviors.
In this context, metagenomics has established a powerful framework for understanding the intricate connections between human societies and microbial communities, ultimately allowing for the optimization of both human health and productivity.
Thus, we have shifted from the old concept of microbes as harmful organisms to a broader panorama, in which the signal of the relationship between humans and microbes is flexible and directly dependent on our own decisions and practices.
In parallel, metagenomics has also been playing a major role in the prospection of “hidden” genetic features and the development of biotechnological applications, through the discovery of novel genes, enzymes, pathways, and bioactive molecules with completely new or improved biochemical functions.
Therefore, this review highlights the major milestones over the last three decades of metagenomics, providing insights into both its potentialities and current challenges.
American Psychological Association (APA)
Alves, Luana de Fátima& Westmann, Cauã Antunes& Lovate, Gabriel Lencioni& de Siqueira, Guilherme Marcelino Viana& Borelli, Tiago Cabral& Guazzaroni, María-Eugenia. 2018. Metagenomic Approaches for Understanding New Concepts in Microbial Science. International Journal of Genomics،Vol. 2018, no. 2018, pp.1-15.
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Modern Language Association (MLA)
Alves, Luana de Fátima…[et al.]. Metagenomic Approaches for Understanding New Concepts in Microbial Science. International Journal of Genomics No. 2018 (2018), pp.1-15.
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American Medical Association (AMA)
Alves, Luana de Fátima& Westmann, Cauã Antunes& Lovate, Gabriel Lencioni& de Siqueira, Guilherme Marcelino Viana& Borelli, Tiago Cabral& Guazzaroni, María-Eugenia. Metagenomic Approaches for Understanding New Concepts in Microbial Science. International Journal of Genomics. 2018. Vol. 2018, no. 2018, pp.1-15.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-1172688
Data Type
Journal Articles
Language
English
Notes
Includes bibliographical references
Record ID
BIM-1172688