New Discovery: High Diversity of Tick-Associated Microbiota Species
Today, researchers from the University of Central Florida have released a new study that shows a surprisingly high diversity of tick-associated microbiota species. This is the first study to use sophisticated sequencing methods to investigate the microbial communities of different species of ticks. The team’s findings suggest that ticks may be important reservoirs for a wide variety of bacteria and other microbes. They also provide a better understanding of the complex and dynamic relationships between ticks and their associated microbiota. This research could lead to novel ways to control tick-borne diseases and provide a better understanding of the transmission of pathogens.
source: Phys.org