Microbiomes-Introduction, Analyzing Microbiome's Quiz 1

Which of the following best describes the implication in the one health concept

The interconnection of all areas of life through their respective microbiomes

Which of the following was not one of the main projects undertaken by the Integrative Human Microbiome (iHMP)

Development of atopic dermatitis

Culturomics

Uses Physical media on which microbes are grown and then characterized

Metaproteomics

Identifies proteins within a sample which can be assigned to functional groups

Metagenomics

Sequencing of Whole genomic DNA which is bioinformatically processed and analyzed (What genes are present)

Metabolomics

Identifies non-proteins within a sample which helps determine microbiome functional dynamics

Metatranscriptomics

Sequencing of total RNA to determine gene expression

Target Amplification

Sequencing that relies 16S rRNA, 18S rRNA, or the ITS region to identify various microbes within a sample

Culture-____ methods of microbial isolation, identification, and characterization rely on techniques such as staining , biochemical tests, and antibiotic resistance profiles.

Dependent

Bioeconomy

Bioeconomy is the idea that by using biological resources like microbes, we can develop products/services that can improve both human and environmental health.

For human health, we can develop a microbiome similar to what people have. In doing so we can research and develop ways to improve human health.

For the environment, we can develop and improve soil microbiomes which will improve soil health and crop yield, thus reducing the need for fertilizers/pesticides.