Microbiota and the Body : Microorganisms and Their Role in Health and Disease

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Microbiota and the Body : Microorganisms and Their Role in Health and Disease

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  • 製本 Hardcover:ハードカバー版/ページ数 406 p.
  • 言語 ENG
  • 商品コード 9789819590308

Full Description

This book provides an in-depth examination of microbiota, the diverse community of microorganisms that play a crucial role in maintaining the health and functionality of living organisms. It explores how these microscopic entities, particularly within the gut, engage in a mutualistic relationship with their host, contributing to nutrition, immune modulation, and gastrointestinal health. Authored by renowned experts, this volume offers a comprehensive resource that bridges foundational science with clinical applications.

The chapters cover a wide range of topics, including the role of microbiota in chronic disease prevention, cancer therapy, and food safety. Readers will discover emerging concepts such as synbiotics, prebiotics, and probiotics, along with practical insights from leading experts. The book also addresses the therapeutic applications of microbiota, including their role in probiotics, food safety, and the prevention and management of chronic diseases. With contributions from eminent scholars, this book ensures readers have access to the most recent and reliable information.

Designed to cater to a diverse audience, this book serves as both a reference guide and an educational tool across multiple disciplines, from nutrition and food science to pharmaceuticals and medicine. It is an invaluable resource for researchers, healthcare professionals, and students pursuing degrees in microbiology, medicine, or related subjects. Whether you're a seasoned professional or a curious learner, this book offers a holistic understanding of microbiota's pivotal role in health and disease, making it an essential addition to any scientific library. 

Contents

1. From Microscopes to Metagenomes: The Evolution of Microbiota Research.- 2. The Human Microbiota: Mapping Its Diversity and Functional Landscape.- 3. When Microbes Meet Malignancy: The Gut-Cancer Connection.- 4. The Onco-Microbiome Revolution: Transforming Cancer Therapy Through Microbial Science.- 5. The Microbial Clock: How Gut Microbiota Shape Ageing and Health.- 6. Modulating the Microbiome: Therapeutic Potential of Prebiotics, Probiotics,and Postbiotics.- 7. Microbial Powerhouses: How soil and plant Microbiota drive sustainable agriculture.- 8. Microbiome Engineering: Shaping the Future of Food and Farming.- 9. Foundations and Applications of Synthetic Biology.- 10. Harnessing the Microbiota: Next-Generation Alternatives to Conventional Vaccines.- 11. Safeguards and Standards: Translating Science into Policy.- 12. Challenges of Microbiome Therapeutics: Ethics, Regulation, and Future Paths.

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