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  • Microbiology
  • Immunology
  • Genetics

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  • The human body hosts complex microbial communities (microbiota) that co-evolve with the host.
  • Microbiota structure and diversity are influenced by host immunity, diet, environment, genetics, and medical practices.
  • Next-generation sequencing (NGS) has advanced the study of microbial interactions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review current knowledge on interactions between prokaryotic and eukaryotic microbial communities within the host.
  • To assess the therapeutic and preventive potential of microbiota for public health.

Main Methods:

  • Analysis of metagenomic methods used in microbiota research.
  • Summary of findings from in vitro, experimental, and human studies on microbial interactions.
  • Focus on interactions between bacteria, protozoa, helminths, and fungi.

Main Results:

  • Microbial interactions can exert beneficial effects, improving host health.
  • Conversely, certain microbial communities are associated with pathologies and adverse health outcomes.
  • The interplay between different microbial groups within the microbiota is complex and multifaceted.

Conclusions:

  • Host-microbiota interactions are crucial for maintaining health and influencing disease.
  • Further research into these interactions holds promise for novel therapeutic and preventive applications.
  • Understanding the dual role of microbiota in health and disease is essential for public health advancements.