A mixed community of skin microbiome representatives influences cutaneous processes more than individual members

Abstract Background Skin, the largest organ of the human body by weight, hosts a diversity of microorganisms that can influence health. The microbial residents of the skin are now appreciated for their roles in host immune interactions, wound healing, colonization resistance, and various skin disord...

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Main Authors: Kristin H. Loomis, Susan K. Wu, Amanda Ernlund, Kristina Zudock, Allison Reno, Kianna Blount, David K. Karig
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2021-01-01
Series:Microbiome
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s40168-020-00963-1