This is a great method to better understand how the bacteria interact with a living host.
By studying both pathogenic and commensal Bacteroides, I hope to better clarify what makes these bacteria helpful versus harmful. This would allow us to design better medicines, probiotics, or treatments for patients in the future. Even though these bacteria are too small to see without a microscope, they play a huge role in our health. Learning about them helps us better understand how our bodies work and how we can protect them.
