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Microbial Ecology

Meaning

Microbial Ecology is the scientific discipline that studies the complex interactions between microbial communities, such as the gut microbiota, and their environment, including the human host, focusing on the collective genetic and metabolic potential of these microorganisms. It examines the diversity, distribution, and abundance of bacteria, fungi, and viruses within a specific niche. In the context of human health, it is essential for understanding the gut-hormone-immune axis.