The role of the gut microbiome during host ageing [version 1; referees: 2 approved]

Gut microbial communities participate in key aspects of host biology, including development, nutrient absorption, immunity and disease. During host ageing, intestinal microbes undergo dramatic changes in composition and function and can shift from commensal to pathogenic. However, whether they play...

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Main Authors: Jens Seidel, Dario Riccardo Valenzano
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: F1000 Research Ltd 2018-07-01
Series:F1000Research
Online Access:https://f1000research.com/articles/7-1086/v1