human microbiome project studies published

[kaffiend]

A number of studies were published this week on the human microbiome. It's becoming pretty clear that this will be a large part of the future medicine (hopefully sooner rather than later).

Articles :
http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2012/06/120613145400.htm
http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2012/06/120613133249.htm

PBS Newshour report:

 

[Snow Leopard]

This is a great endeavour, I feel there are going to be a few more big surprises to come out of this.

 

[kaffiend]

Some other good articles have appeared this week.

Tending the Body's Microbial Garden

Brothers in Arms: Commensal Bacteria Help Fight Viruses