Unveiling the 10-Function Rule: How Microbial Communities are Simpler Than We Thought
A recent breakthrough in the field of microbial ecology has revealed the function of microbial communities in a much simpler way than previously thought. Scientists at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) have discovered a novel way to understand the role of microbial communities in different habitats, including the human gut. By examining the environment and the structure of microbial communities, they have developed a mathematical model that can accurately predict the functions of these communities. This research provides an exciting new tool for understanding microbial ecology and could lead to advances in human health.
source: Phys.org