Molecular Progression of Gut Microbiota
A special issue of International Journal of Molecular Sciences (ISSN 1422-0067). This special issue belongs to the section "Molecular Microbiology".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 20 October 2024 | Viewed by 276
Special Issue Editor
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
The gut microbiota, a diverse community of microorganisms in the human intestinal tract, is essential for preserving human health, contributing to various physiological functions and acting as a metabolic organ. Recent technological advancements have allowed us to identify and quantify these microbiota components, collectively called the microbiome. Techniques such as whole-genome sequencing and metagenomics/metabolomics reveal differences in gut microflora between healthy and diseased states; however, due to various external and internal factors, like genetic, dietary, and environmental factors, a one-size-fits-all “healthy” gut microbiome is impossible to define at a population level. Despite this, specific combinations of microbial species are consistently linked to certain conditions, diseases, and geographical regions.
The aim of this Special Issue is to explore the latest technologies in the analysis of the molecular gut microbiota. It seeks to investigate the significance of the normal gut microbiota's role and composition in maintaining intestinal balance. Additionally, it underscores the variations in microbial communities among individuals and their connections to intestinal dysbiosis and various diseases. Ultimately, the goal of this Special Issue is to endeavor to provide answers and potential solutions to address a very important question: how can we optimize disease management and restore a healthy state?
Dr. Emina Pustijanac
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- gut microbiota
- microbiome
- differences in gut microflora
- molecular techniques
- gut microbiota’s role and composition
- healthy state
- dysbiosis
