
Microbiomes: A Very Short Introduction
door
Angela E. Douglas
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Health & Wellness
Formaat
Paperback
Pagina's
160
Taal
Engels
Gepubliceerd
Feb 24, 2023
Uitgever
Oxford University Press
ISBN-10
019887085X
ISBN-13
9780198870852
Beschrijving
In the realm of living organisms, an unseen world thrives alongside us, intricately woven into the fabric of life itself. Angela E. Douglas delves into the captivating complexities of microbiomes, offering insights that challenge conventional understandings of biology. Through engaging prose, she illustrates how these microbial communities play crucial roles in health, ecology, and evolution.
The exploration begins by unraveling how microbiomes exist in diverse environments—from the human gut to the ocean depths. Douglas describes their essential functions, emphasizing how they contribute to processes like digestion and the regulation of immune responses. This interconnectedness reveals a symbiotic relationship between hosts and their microscopic companions.
As the narrative unfolds, the author highlights the implications of microbiome research on fields such as medicine and environmental science. The impact of human activities on these delicate ecosystems invites readers to reflect on biodiversity and sustainability.
Douglas's work stands as a thought-provoking examination of the microscopic world, encouraging a deeper appreciation for the foundational role these tiny organisms play in shaping life as we know it.
The exploration begins by unraveling how microbiomes exist in diverse environments—from the human gut to the ocean depths. Douglas describes their essential functions, emphasizing how they contribute to processes like digestion and the regulation of immune responses. This interconnectedness reveals a symbiotic relationship between hosts and their microscopic companions.
As the narrative unfolds, the author highlights the implications of microbiome research on fields such as medicine and environmental science. The impact of human activities on these delicate ecosystems invites readers to reflect on biodiversity and sustainability.
Douglas's work stands as a thought-provoking examination of the microscopic world, encouraging a deeper appreciation for the foundational role these tiny organisms play in shaping life as we know it.
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