Original paper
Captivity humanizes the primate microbiome
Volume: 113, Issue: 37, Pages: 10376 - 10381
Published: Aug 29, 2016
Abstract
Significance Trillions of bacteria live in the primate gut, contributing to metabolism, immune system development, and pathogen resistance. Perturbations to these bacteria are associated with metabolic and autoimmune human diseases that are prevalent in Westernized societies. Herein, we measured gut microbial communities and diet in multiple primate species living in the wild, in a sanctuary, and in full captivity. We found that captivity and...
Paper Details
Title
Captivity humanizes the primate microbiome
Published Date
Aug 29, 2016
Volume
113
Issue
37
Pages
10376 - 10381