Gut Bacterial Community: Competition and Mutualism
A special issue of Microorganisms (ISSN 2076-2607). This special issue belongs to the section "Gut Microbiota".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: closed (15 March 2025) | Viewed by 378
Special Issue Editor
Interests: interaction between host and microorganisms (viruses or bacteria); gut microbiota; metabolites
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Dear Colleagues,
The gut bacterial community is a complex ecosystem within the human gastrointestinal tract, comprising a diverse array of microorganisms that play crucial roles in health and disease. Recent research has shed light on the dynamic interplay between competition and mutualism among gut bacteria, uncovering fascinating insights into their interactions and impact on host physiology. Cutting-edge studies have revealed how microbial competition for nutrients and niche space influences community structure, while mutualistic relationships contribute to host immune modulation and metabolic functions. Understanding the balance between competition and mutualism in the gut microbiome is essential for deciphering its role in maintaining health and preventing disease.
Subordinate Topics:
- Microbial Competition in the Gut: Exploration of mechanisms and implications of competitive interactions among gut bacteria.
- Mutualistic Relationships: Investigating symbiotic associations and their effects on host health and disease.
- Impact on Host Immunity: Examining how gut microbial interactions influence the host immune system.
- Metabolic Functions: Uncovering the contribution of microbial mutualism to host metabolism and energy balance.
- Therapeutic Implications: Discussing the potential therapeutic strategies targeting gut bacterial competition and mutualism for health interventions.
Dr. Latifa Bousarghin
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- gut bacteria
- gut microbiome
- microbial competition
- microbial symbiosis
- microbial metabolism
- human health
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