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    • Public health

    Background:

    • The human microbiome, comprising collective microbial genomes, influences physical and psychological health.
    • Existing research links the microbiome to conditions like diabetes, cardiovascular disease, respiratory illness, depression, and autism spectrum disorders.
    • Pharmaceuticals can alter microbiome diversity, potentially causing adverse effects.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To review microbiome research with a focus on applications for aviation safety.
    • To explore the potential of microbiome insights in aerospace medicine and public health.
    • To identify future research opportunities at the intersection of microbiome science and aviation.

    Main Methods:

    • Literature review of microbiome research.
    • Analysis of potential applications in aviation safety and aerospace medicine.
    • Examination of the impact of air travel on the microbiome and disease transmission.

    Main Results:

    • The microbiome is increasingly linked to various human health conditions.
    • Microbiome testing may inform pilot medical certification, accident investigations, and fitness for duty.
    • Air travel can affect passenger and crew microbiomes, influencing disease spread.
    • Airport and aircraft microbial colonization requires consideration for traveler health.

    Conclusions:

    • Growing knowledge of microbiome-health connections presents opportunities for aviation safety improvements.
    • Future research should investigate microbiome-based strategies for enhancing aviation safety.
    • Understanding and managing the microbiome is crucial for aerospace medicine and public health in air travel.