The Secret Life of Gut Viruses: Bacteriophages and Their Hidden Roles 

This detailed exploration highlights the fascinating and largely uncharted world of bacteriophages—viruses that coexist with bacteria in our gut. Despite being the most abundant biological entities on Earth, phages within the human gut microbiome remain enigmatic, with only a fraction of their diversity and function understood. By delving deeper into the biology of phages, researchers aim to unlock their therapeutic potential, offering new avenues for combating diseases and promoting gut health. 

This Nature Outlook on The human microbiome was published with financial support from Yakult. Read the full article here>>

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