Enhancing microbiome research in sub-Saharan Africa

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作者
Ayeni, Kolawole I. [1 ]
Berry, David [2 ]
Ezekiel, Chibundu N. [3 ,4 ]
Warth, Benedikt [1 ]
机构
[1] Univ Vienna, Fac Chem, Dept Food Chem & Toxicol, Wahringer Str 38, A-1090 Vienna, Austria
[2] Univ Vienna, Ctr Microbiol & Environm Syst Sci, Dept Microbiol & Ecosyst Sci, Div Microbial Ecol, A-1030 Vienna, Austria
[3] Univ Nat Resources & Life Sci Vienna BOKU, Inst Bioanalyt & Agrometabol, Dept Agrobiotechnol IFA Tulln, Konrad Lorenz Str 20, A-3430 Tulln, Austria
[4] Clifford Univ, Ihie Campus, Owerrinta, Abia, Nigeria
基金
奥地利科学基金会;
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D O I
10.1016/j.tim.2023.11.003
中图分类号
Q5 [生物化学]; Q7 [分子生物学];
学科分类号
071010 ; 081704 ;
摘要
While there are lighthouse examples of microbiome research in subSaharan Africa (SSA), a significant proportion of local researchers face several challenges. Here, we highlight prevailing issues limiting microbiome research in SSA and suggest potential technological, societal, and research -based solutions. We emphasize the need for considerable investment in infrastructures, training, and appropriate funding to democratize modern technologies with a view to providing useful data to improve human health.
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页码:111 / 115
页数:5
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