microbiomes

I've been excited and hence fascinated by the rapid developments in microbiology over the past few years. Utilizing advanced genetic sequencing technology it is now possible to see and understand microbes and their ecology like never before, and this development has unimaginable potential to transform not just our understanding but also our approach to the world. I found this video today of Jessica Green, which reveals very nicely just some of the potentials of the field, and which also features an elegantly designed experiment. If your interested in reading more, check out the microbiome wikipedia page for more information.