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    • Individual microbiome composition varies significantly across the population.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To engage the public in microbiome research through citizen science.
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    • To provide individuals with insights into their own microbial communities.

    Main Methods:

    • Participants collect stool, oral, and skin samples using provided kits.
    • Samples are shipped to a central laboratory (Knight Lab, La Jolla, CA) for analysis.
    • Microbiome data is analyzed to identify microbial composition.

    Main Results:

    • A crowd-sourced dataset of human microbiome samples is generated.
    • Participants receive a personalized report on their fecal microbial composition.
    • Individual results are compared to the broader population data.

    Conclusions:

    • Citizen science initiatives can effectively gather large-scale microbiome data.
    • Public participation in research enhances understanding of the human microbiome.
    • Personalized microbiome reports can increase public engagement with scientific research.