Cobamide Sharing Is Predicted in the Human Skin Microbiome
Mary Hannah Swaney, Shelby Sandstrom, Lindsay Kalan
Abstract
biosynthesis is enriched in host-associated species compared to environment-associated species. These findings identify cobamides as a potential mediator of skin microbiome dynamics and skin health.
Topics & Concepts
MicrobiomeBiologyMetagenomicsHuman microbiomeHuman Microbiome ProjectCofactorBacteriaBiosynthesisMicrobiologyBiochemistryEnzymeGeneticsGeneDermatology and Skin DiseasesGut microbiota and healthPorphyrin Metabolism and Disorders