Microbiome

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Microscopic view of gut bacteria and adaptive T cells, illustrating how microbiota influences immune response for tumor control.

Microbiota Induces T Cell Plasticity for Tumor Control

In a groundbreaking study, researchers found that the presence of a specific gut bacterium, Segmented Filamentous Bacteria (SFB), dramatically boosted the anti-tumor effects of PD-1 immunotherapy in m

Marcus Cole·May 18, 2026

Microscopic view of diverse microbial life within the human body, illustrating the concept of the human microbiome as a complex ecosystem.

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What Is the Human Microbiome and Why Does It Matter for Health?

Inside every healthy human, microbial cells outnumber human cells by a ratio of ten to one.

Marcus Cole·May 13, 2026