The functional diversity of the mammalian intestinal microbiome far exceeds that of the host
organism, and microbial genes contribute substantially to the well-being of the host …

Bacteroides, an abundant genus in the intestines of mammals, has been recently
considered as the next generation probiotics (NGP) candidate due to its potential role in …

Bacteroides fragilis (B. fragilis) is a commensal Gram-negative obligate anaerobe that
resides in the mammalian lower gut and can profoundly affect the susceptibility of the host to …

The mammalian immune system is tolerized to trillions of microbes residing on bodily
surfaces and can discriminate between symbionts and pathogens despite their having …

The intestinal microbiota influences the development and function of the mucosal immune
system. However, the exact mechanisms by which commensal microbes modulate immunity …

The increasing incidence rate of oral diseases, the wide spread of antimicrobial resistance,
and the adverse effects of conventional antibiotics mean alternative prevention and …

The role of supplementation with different Bacteroides fragilis (B. fragilis) strains in
alleviating ulcerative colitis (UC) is unclear due to the controversial results from animal …

In the last years several human commensals have emerged from the gut microbiota studies
as potential probiotics or therapeutic agents. Strains of human gut inhabitants such as …

Starting from birth, all animals develop a symbiotic relationship with their resident
microorganisms that benefits both the microbe and the host. Recent advances in technology …

Tapeworms are infamous and highly successful invasive parasites in aquatic animals,
especially in fish. However, tapeworm-caused diseases in soft-shelled turtles are rarely …