Essays about: "shotgun sequencing"

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  1. 1. Antibiotic consumption was associated with higher abundance of gut microbiota species previously linked to coronary atherosclerosis in the population-based SCAPIS cohort

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Institutionen för biologisk grundutbildning

    Author : Tiscar Graells Fernandez; [2023]
    Keywords : bioinformatics; microbiome; gut; subclinical coronary atherosclerosis;

    Abstract : Background: The human gut microbiota is the complex microbial community that lives in our gut. The gut microbiota has a key role in health and disease and its disruption has been linked to several chronic diseases such as cardiovascular diseases. READ MORE

  3. 2. The gut microbiome and nausea in pregnancy

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Institutionen för biologisk grundutbildning

    Author : Clàudia González Valdivia; [2023]
    Keywords : Bioinformatics; Microbiome; Metagenomics; Genome analysis; Genetics;

    Abstract : Nausea and vomiting are among the most common symptoms of early pregnancy. Its most extreme form Hyperemesis gravidarum often requires hospitalization and has been linked as a risk factor of perinatal depression. READ MORE

  4. 3. Archaeological dental calculus reveals patterns of dietary shifts related to the farming transition in Africa

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Institutionen för biologisk grundutbildning

    Author : Ivany Jocelyne Argueta Mejia; [2023]
    Keywords : dental calculus; ancient DNA; oral microbiome; shotgun sequencing; biofilm; metagenomics;

    Abstract : Archaeological dental calculus represents a depositional environment that entraps oral microbes, and debris of dietary, environmental, and cultural material that entered the mouth throughout the host’s life. Hence, they represent valuable archives of information about the host’s lifestyle, health, and environment. READ MORE

  5. 4. Epidemiology, Risk Factors, Hidden Gut Resistome and Characterization of Multidrug-Resistant Enterobacterales Colonizing the Intestinal Tract of Swiss Expatriates

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Institutionen för medicinsk biokemi och mikrobiologi

    Author : Pablo Porragas Paseiro; [2022]
    Keywords : ;

    Abstract : A study following long-term residents from countries with low prevalence of multidrug-resistant Enterobacterales residing in countries with high prevalence has never been done before at this scale. In this ongoing work, we analyzed the epidemiology and risk factors for colonization with multidrug-resistant Enterobacterales in 57 Swiss embassy employees and expatriates stationed worldwide by administering a questionnaire to establish facets of participants' diet, lifestyle, and medical history. READ MORE

  6. 5. Metagenomic analysis of Crohn’s Disease

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Molekylär epidemiologi

    Author : Gustav Lennemyr Ahlström; [2022]
    Keywords : Metagenomics; Machine Learning; Microbiome; IBD; Human Health; AI; Crohn s Disease; Shotgun Sequencing Data; Data Analysis; Bioinformatics; MetaPhlAn3; Supervised ML; Mikrobiom; Crohn s Sjukdom; Bioinformatik;

    Abstract : Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) is a chronic and incurable condition that is increasing inprevalence across the globe. This illness consist of two forms: Crohn’s Disease (CD) andUlcerative Colitis (UC). CD is characterised by a patch inflammation pattern across the gut anda multitude of different factors, such as diet. READ MORE