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Elasmobranch-associated microbiota: a scientometric literature review
Ivana Correia Costa1, Mariene Amorim de Oliveira2, Natascha Wosnick3
1Laboratório de Organismos Aquáticos, Universidade Federal do Maranhão, São Luís, Maranhão, Brazil.
Peerj
|November 8, 2022
Summary
Elasmobranchs, vital for marine ecosystems, face extinction due to overfishing. This study examines elasmobranch-associated microbes, exploring knowledge gaps to aid conservation and understand potential zoonotic risks.
Area of Science:
- Marine Biology
- Microbiology
- Conservation Science
Background:
- Elasmobranchs provide crucial ecosystem services but are threatened by population declines, primarily from overfishing.
- Emerging marine pollution and climate change may exacerbate infectious disease spread and impact elasmobranch health.
- Understanding elasmobranch-associated microbiota is vital for wild and captive populations, including potential zoonotic implications.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze existing data on elasmobranch-associated microbiota.
- To identify trends and knowledge gaps in elasmobranch microbiota research.
- To guide future research priorities for elasmobranch health and conservation.
Main Methods:
- Literature review and data synthesis on elasmobranch-associated microbial communities.
- Trend analysis of published studies concerning elasmobranch microbiota.
- Identification of research gaps in elasmobranch microbiome research.
Main Results:
- The study synthesized current knowledge on elasmobranch-associated microbiota.
- Key trends and significant knowledge gaps in the research field were identified.
- The analysis highlighted the need for further investigation into microbial roles in elasmobranch health.
Conclusions:
- Further research on elasmobranch microbiota is essential for understanding population health and conservation strategies.
- Investigating the impact of environmental changes on elasmobranch microbiomes is critical.
- The zoonotic potential of elasmobranch-associated microorganisms warrants further study.
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