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The persistence and stabilization of auxiliary genes in the human skin virome
22 Mar 2023
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: The human skin contains a diverse microbiome that provides protective functions against environmental pathogens. Studies have demonstrated that bacteriophages modulate bacterial community composition and facilitate the transfer of host-specific genes, potentially influencing host cellular functions. However, little is known about the human skin virome and its role in human health. Especially, how...
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