From the time we're born, we acquire bacteria, fungi, viruses, and other microbes from other people, everything we touch, and everything we eat.
This makes up what some call a super-organism: The human microbiome. It includes 10 to 100 trillion microbial cells on and in the human body. The most well-known part of the human microbiome is the gut microbiome, as recent research has revealed this vital ecosystem's role in human health.
This highly visual exploration is a fascinating look at the still-mysterious human microbiome--the microbes that work together to play an essential role in keeping humans healthy. The accessible text allows full-bleed images to shine throughout, including full-spread, photo-realistic illustrations that bring the world of microorganisms to life.
With a PhD in molecular biology, author Helene Priestley created the book in cooperation with Dr. Purna Kashyap, director of the Microbiome Program, a Mayo Clinic research initiative that studies the microbiome's role in health. Dr. Kashyap also gives readers tips and tricks for keeping their microbiome healthy.
From the time we're born, we acquire bacteria, fungi, viruses, and other microbes from other people, everything we touch, and everything we eat.
This makes up what some call a super-organism: The human microbiome. It includes 10 to 100 trillion microbial cells on and in the human body. The most well-known part of the human microbiome is the gut microbiome, as recent research has revealed this vital ecosystem's role in human health.
This highly visual exploration is a fascinating look at the still-mysterious human microbiome--the microbes that work together to play an essential role in keeping humans healthy. The accessible text allows full-bleed images to shine throughout, including full-spread, photo-realistic illustrations that bring the world of microorganisms to life.
With a PhD in molecular biology, author Helene Priestley created the book in cooperation with Dr. Purna Kashyap, director of the Microbiome Program, a Mayo Clinic research initiative that studies the microbiome's role in health. Dr. Kashyap also gives readers tips and tricks for keeping their microbiome healthy.
Microbiome: The Universe Inside You
32
Microbiome: The Universe Inside You
32Hardcover(Library Binding)
Product Details
| ISBN-13: | 9798887703978 |
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| Publisher: | Mayo Clinic Press Kids |
| Publication date: | 01/01/2026 |
| Pages: | 32 |
| Product dimensions: | 10.25(w) x 10.25(h) x 0.00(d) |
| Age Range: | 9 - 10 Years |