Comparison of Preservation and Extraction Methods on Five Taxonomically Disparate Coral Microbiomes
All animals are host to a multitude of microorganisms that are essential to the animal’s health. Host-associated microbes have been shown to defend against potential pathogens, provide essential nutrients, interact with the host’s immune system, and even regulate mood. However, it can be difficult t...
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Language: | English |
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Frontiers Media S.A.
2021-07-01
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Series: | Frontiers in Marine Science |
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Online Access: | https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fmars.2021.684161/full |