Posts tagged: Microbiomics

Mapping the respiratory microbiome: insights from spatial-level analysis

Dr Josie Bryant discussed understanding the respiratory microbiome at a spatial level at the Festival of Genomics & Biodata 2025.
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Amplicon vs shotgun sequencing

Metagenomic studies typically utilise two main approaches: shotgun-based and amplicon-based. But what do these methods entail, and how should you choose the one that aligns with your research objectives?
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What is 16S amplicon sequencing?

Amplicon-based sequencing is a powerful next-generation sequencing (NGS) technique utilised to detect and identify bacteria and archaea within biological samples.
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Get with the flow! Why you should be using standards for your microbiomics workflow

Incorporating Zymo Research standards into your microbiomics workflow enhances the reliability of microbiomic studies. Standardisation not only improves the quality of individual studies but also enhances the overall integrity and progress of the microbiome research field. Get with the flow and use the most cited standards in the industry!
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Setting the standard for microbiomic studies

Technical bias makes identical microbiomics samples unrecognisable. Read more to learn why we should set standard workflows to avoid misinterpreting microbes.
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How to successfully launch a direct-to-consumer microbiome test

A far greater understanding of the human microbiome has brought with it a high demand for consumer microbiome testing. Thus, rich market opportunities exist for offering consumers tailored solutions according to their specific needs.
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