The human archaeome - new insights into the role of archaea in the course of life

Christine Moissl-Eichinger

Abstract:

The main aim is to explore the human microbiome (gut, mouth, skin, etc.) and its interactions with environmental microbiomes (e.g., interiors). Research projects encompass pregnancy and early childhood health, the nasal microbiome and sense of smell, skin and gut and the interaction of the microbiome with the human immune system. Christine Moissl-Eichinger is especially interested in unusual microorganisms that are difficult to detect—including archaea. Though no pathogenic representative of these archaea is yet known, they are widespread in the environment—and also in the human body.