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This research aims to explore the intricate relationships between insects and their associated microbes and their impacts on ecosystems.

July 1, 2024Ecology and EvolutionOpen Access

Insect–microbe interactions and their influence on organisms and ecosystems

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Overview of insect-microbe interactions and their ecological impacts, highlighting microbial functions and community dynamics.

This research aims to explore the intricate relationships between insects and their associated microbes and their impacts on ecosystems.
Overview of existing knowledge on insect-associated microbiomes and viromes
Examination of variations in microbial communities influenced by factors such as host genome and environment
Discussion of potential future research directions, including synthetic microbial communities
Insect-associated microbes significantly impact host physiology and ecological interactions.
Variability in microbial community composition correlates with environmental factors and time.
Future research could lead to the modification of microbial symbionts for ecological applications.

Holt et al. (2024) studied this question.

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