Subtle, persistent shaping of the gut microbiome by host genes: A critical determinant of host biology

Lindsey Dzierozynski, Jessica Queen, Cynthia L. Sears

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Abstract

Although environmental impacts on the host microbiome have been well studied, it is less certain whether and how host genetics impact the microbiome. This commentary discusses current literature supporting host genetic influences on resident species and pathogenic microbes. Mechanistic experimental studies are warranted to understand host gene-microbiome interplay.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)1569-1573
Number of pages5
JournalCell Host and Microbe
Volume31
Issue number10
DOIs
StatePublished - Oct 11 2023

Keywords

  • cancer
  • colon
  • colorectal cancer
  • gut
  • host genes
  • inflammatory bowel disease
  • inter-kingdom interactions
  • microbial evolution
  • microbiota
  • mutualism

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Virology
  • Parasitology
  • Microbiology

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