Hidden players: the bacteria-killing viruses of the gut microbiome
The gut microbiome includes a largely unexplored realm of viruses called bacteriophages, which significantly influence gut ecology and human health.
Scientists Took Swabs of Toothbrushes and Were Shocked by the Hundreds of Viruses They Found
Scientists discovered over 600 distinct viruses on toothbrushes and showerheads, predominantly helpful bacteriophages that may aid in combating antibiotic-resistant infections.
Tons of Viruses Live in Your Toothbrush and Showerhead
Bathroom items like toothbrushes and showerheads host diverse viruses, mainly phages, which could enhance our understanding of microbiology and antimicrobial development.
Hidden players: the bacteria-killing viruses of the gut microbiome
The gut microbiome includes a largely unexplored realm of viruses called bacteriophages, which significantly influence gut ecology and human health.
Scientists Took Swabs of Toothbrushes and Were Shocked by the Hundreds of Viruses They Found
Scientists discovered over 600 distinct viruses on toothbrushes and showerheads, predominantly helpful bacteriophages that may aid in combating antibiotic-resistant infections.
Tons of Viruses Live in Your Toothbrush and Showerhead
Bathroom items like toothbrushes and showerheads host diverse viruses, mainly phages, which could enhance our understanding of microbiology and antimicrobial development.
Hundreds of viruses live on showerheads and toothbrushes DW 10/10/2024
Diverse communities of viruses, including beneficial bacteriophages, inhabit household showerheads and toothbrushes, highlighting untapped biodiversity that can inform our understanding of living environments.
The Microbiome's Forgotten Cousin Could Be Key to Solving America's Gut Issues
The human gut contains trillions of bacteriophages that have significant implications for health, highlighting the need for further research into their roles and diversity.