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Differential abundance analysis remains one of the most widely used—and debated—approaches in microbiome research. Despite the large number of available methods, selecting the most appropriate analytical strategy remains a challenge, and conclusions can vary substantially depending on the approach used. Join us on June 26 at 2:00 PM in Room...

Yunan Hu, a PhD candidate in Dr. Azcarate-Peril’s laboratory, has recently published a manuscript in Food Bioscience demonstrating that the prebiotics β(1–4) GOS and humanized β(1–4) GOS strengthen intestinal barrier function. Using human primary colonic monolayers, the study shows that both compounds upregulate MUC2 and key tight-junction genes, thereby enhancing...

The gut microbiome is widely recognized for its significant contribution to maintaining human health across all life stages, from infancy to adulthood and beyond. This perspective article focuses on the impacts of well-supported microbiome research on global caesarean delivery rates, breastfeeding practices, and antimicrobial use. The article also explores the...