Research Articles
Benchmarking Microbial Network Inference Algorithms: A 2025 Guide for Robust and Reproducible Analysis
This article provides a comprehensive guide for researchers and drug development professionals on the current state of benchmarking microbial network inference algorithms.
Clearing the Static: A Comprehensive Guide to Noise Reduction in Microbial Community Data Analysis
Microbiome data is inherently noisy, presenting significant challenges for researchers and drug development professionals seeking to derive robust biological insights.
FISH for Microbial Detection: A Comprehensive Guide from Principles to Clinical Applications
This article provides a comprehensive overview of Fluorescence in Situ Hybridization (FISH) for the detection, identification, and localization of microorganisms.
PLFA Analysis: A Powerful Biomarker Technique for Microbial Community Profiling in Biomedical and Environmental Research
This article provides a comprehensive overview of Phospholipid Fatty Acid (PLFA) analysis, a key biomarker technique for profiling viable microbial communities.
The Microbial Rare Biosphere: From Ecological Significance to Biomedical Potential
This article synthesizes current research on the microbial rare biosphere—the vast collection of low-abundance microorganisms present in every ecosystem.
Microbial Ecology Unveiled: Universal Patterns in Diversity, Distribution, and Abundance
This article provides a comprehensive introduction to microbial ecology, exploring the universal principles that govern the diversity, distribution, and abundance of microorganisms across ecosystems.
From Microcosms to Models: Analyzing Microbial Ecosystems for Drug Discovery and Biomedical Innovation
This article provides a comprehensive framework for analyzing microbial ecosystems, bridging foundational concepts with advanced applications in biomedical and clinical research.
16S rRNA vs. Metagenomic Sequencing: A Definitive Guide for Biomedical Researchers
This article provides a comprehensive comparison of 16S rRNA amplicon sequencing and shotgun metagenomics for microbial community analysis.
A Comprehensive Guide to Microbial Biomass Measurement Methods: From Foundational Principles to Advanced Applications in Research and Drug Development
This article provides a systematic comparison of microbial biomass measurement techniques, tailored for researchers, scientists, and drug development professionals.
Validating mRNA Transcript Data: Integrating Microbial Process Rates for Robust Biological Discovery
This article provides a comprehensive framework for researchers, scientists, and drug development professionals seeking to validate mRNA transcript data by integrating measurements of microbial process rates.