Microvioma

A remarkable achievement for an Indian Startup to have acquired a Swiss Company. I’m glad to have been the Scientific Advisor to Anabio.in since 2020 esp. in Microbiology Testing vertical; the commitment and dedication that Mithun Shah has towards accomplishing this is commendable.

When we think about #antibioticresistance, our minds usually jump to hospitals or livestock farms, but the ground beneath our feet—soil—plays a much bigger role in this global crisis than most realize. Ying-Xian GOH and the team at Virginia Tech have been using the soil bacterium 𝘓𝘪𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘳𝘪𝘢 𝘮𝘰𝘯𝘰𝘤𝘺𝘵𝘰𝘨𝘦𝘯𝘦𝘴 as their model, they've uncovered how Antimicrobial Resistance Genes (ARGs) spread and thrive in soil ecosystems. In a recent published study, they analyzed 594 genomes from 𝘓𝘪𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘳𝘪𝘢 species collected across the U.S., identifying seven ARGs, with lin, mprF, sul, fosX, and norB being the most prevalent and functionally active in 𝘓𝘪𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘳𝘪𝘢 𝘴𝘦𝘯𝘴𝘶 𝘴𝘵𝘳𝘪𝘤𝘵𝘰 species. These genes were linked to resistance against lincomycin, defensins, sulfamethoxazole, fosfomycin, and fluoroquinolones, respectively. These ARGs are incredibly mobile, through a process called transformation. Interestingly, the study also found that soil properties and land use can shape ARG diversity. What does this mean for us? Preserving soil health is about more than just the environment—it’s about protecting public health. Simple actions like proper waste disposal, avoiding soil contamination, and maintaining good hygiene after gardening can help curb the spread of ARGs. https://lnkd.in/gsinR-yk Ying-Xian GOH, Sai Manohar Balu Anupoju, Anthony Nguyen , Hailong Zhang, Monica Ponder, Leigh-Anne Krometis, Amy Pruden & Jingqiu Liao #amr #protectsoil #maneeshpaul #antibioticresistance Microvioma Global Antibiotic R&D Partnership (GARDP) World Health Organization Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Bangalore Bioinnovation Centre IBioM - Foundation of Indian Biotech MSME, Swissnex in India, Consulate General of Switzerland, Precision Health Platform, Centre for Cellular and Molecular Platforms (C-CAMP) Centre for Cellular and Molecular Biology, the echo network, Molecular Solutions Care Health, AMR Insights, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India, Dinesh Gundu Rao, IT BT Department, Karnataka, Jayanta Haldar ABLE - Association of Biotechnology Led Enterprises Varsha Shridhar, PhD Sweta Raghavan

I am honored to be moderating a panel discussion on "Technology and Planetary Health" at the DSU Pharmacon 2024: Emerging Tools and Techniques conference on 20th December 2024 from 2:45 PM to 3:30 PM IST.   This is an exciting opportunity to discuss the role of emerging technologies in improving planetary health. The discussion will delve into how we can leverage these innovations to address the critical challenges facing our planet.   I will be joined by esteemed panelists:   Dr. Chandramouli R, JMP Dr. Deepak Mundkinajeddu, Natural Remedies Private Limited Dr. Naveen Kulkarni, Quantumzyme Dr. Lena Robra, Swissnex in India, Consulate General of Switzerland The conference is organized by the College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, School of Health Sciences, Dayananda Sagar University and promises to bring together experts from various fields to collaborate on groundbreaking solutions.   Looking forward to an engaging conversation with brilliant minds in the field! #planetaryhealth #amr #onehealth #who #un #amrace World Health Organization , United Nations, Global Antibiotic R&D Partnership (GARDP), Microvioma, VaidyaRx, Varsha Shridhar, PhD, Precision Health Platform, Angela Chaudhuri, Shannon Olsson, Sunitha Chandrasekhar Srinivas, GAUTAM SUBBAIAH KALYATANDA, Utpal Tatu, Prof. Dr. Jan Fehr, Orchid Pharma, Sarang Deo, Indian School of Business, Planetary Science Institute, Planetary Health Alliance, Planetary Health Innovation HUB, Planetary Health European Hub

Your health starts with your #microbiome! Chronic stress, lack of exercise, and poor diet can disrupt the delicate balance of microbes that keep us thriving. Set boundaries, stay active, and nourish your gut with wholesome meals and every bite of fiber-rich foods like fruits, vegetables, and whole grains. Remember, a balanced microbiome means a healthier you—body, mind, and immunity. Join me in the movement to #SaveOurMicrobiome! make simple lifestyle changes for a happier, healthier future. #gut #gutmicrobiome #microbiome #healthygut #stressmanagement #walkamile #maneeshpaul Microvioma IBioM - Foundation of Indian Biotech MSME Bangalore Bioinnovation Centre Centre for Cellular and Molecular Platforms (C-CAMP) CYMBIOTICS BIOPHARMA PRIVATE LIMITED IT BT Department, Karnataka Government of Karnataka

Thrilled to be part of the UK-India Cooperation Towards a Fair AI Horizon event, hosted by Infosys and the British High Commission in India, in association with nasscom and The Dialogue. I’ll be joining an esteemed panel featuring Ashly Ann Jo (IIIT Kottayam), Dr. Safdar Hussain (Banque Saudi Fransi), Zarah Ahmed (SproutsAI), and Tarun Gupta (VaidyaRx) to discuss Future Directions in AI Fairness: Emerging trends and future directions in ensuring AI fairness.   Join us on December 6th, 2024, from 3:00 to 3:45 PM, as we dive into how to tackle AI bias and ensure equitable AI solutions. Let’s shape a fairer AI horizon together! Microvioma Infosys Global Antibiotic R&D Partnership (GARDP) World Health Organization Centers for Disease Control and Prevention IBioM - Foundation of Indian Biotech MSME, Bangalore Bioinnovation Centre, Swissnex in India, Consulate General of Switzerland, Precision Health Platform, Centre for Cellular and Molecular Platforms (C-CAMP), the echo network, Molecular Solutions Care Health, AMR Insights, VaidyaRx, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India, Priyank M Kharge, Ruchi Bindal, Parnika Pavanram, Government of Karnataka, Dinesh Gundu Rao, IT BT Department, Karnataka, Jawaharlal Nehru Centre for Advanced Scientific Research (JNCASR), Jayanta Haldar Varsha Shridhar, PhD ABLE - Association of Biotechnology Led Enterprises Zarah Ahmed, SproutsAI #microvioma #antibiotics #antimicrobialstewardship #antimicrobials #onehealth #goingblueforAMR #saveantibiotics #AntimicrobialResistance #SaveAntibiotics #PreserveTheIndispensable #GlobalHealthAction #ai #healthcareai

Resistance wins because bacteria are masters of adaptation. Through rapid reproduction and genetic mutations, they can quickly evolve defenses against antibiotics. Some bacteria even share resistance genes with others through horizontal gene transfer, spreading their survival strategies. Overuse and misuse of antibiotics—such as taking them unnecessarily or not completing prescribed courses—further fuel this resistance. Antibiotics target bacteria, but they can't adapt fast enough to outpace the bacteria's evolutionary ingenuity. This arms race leaves humanity struggling to combat infections that were once easily treatable, making resistance a formidable and growing threat to global health.  "𝑷𝒓𝒐𝒕𝒆𝒄𝒕 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝑰𝒏𝒗𝒊𝒔𝒊𝒃𝒍𝒆, 𝑷𝒓𝒆𝒔𝒆𝒓𝒗𝒆 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝑰𝒏𝒅𝒊𝒔𝒑𝒆𝒏𝒔𝒂𝒃𝒍𝒆." Together, we can combat #antibioticresistance by using #antimicrobials responsibly, spreading awareness, and fostering innovation. Every step counts in safeguarding our health and future generations. Microvioma Global Antibiotic R&D Partnership (GARDP) World Health Organization Centers for Disease Control and Prevention IBioM - Foundation of Indian Biotech MSME, Bangalore Bioinnovation Centre, Swissnex in India, Consulate General of Switzerland, Precision Health Platform, Centre for Cellular and Molecular Platforms (C-CAMP), the echo network, Molecular Solutions Care Health, AMR Insights, VaidyaRx, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India, Government of Karnataka, Dinesh Gundu Rao, IT BT Department, Karnataka, Jawaharlal Nehru Centre for Advanced Scientific Research (JNCASR), Jayanta Haldar #microvioma #antibiotics #antimicrobialstewardship #antimicrobials #onehealth #goingblueforAMR #saveantibiotics #worldantimicrobialawarenessweek #Educate #Advocate #actnow #WAAW2024 #AntimicrobialResistance #SaveAntibiotics #PreserveTheIndispensable #GlobalHealthAction #waaw

Excited to be part of Micro Fiesta at Dayananda Sagar University's School of Basic & Applied Sciences, hosted by the Microbe-Club Siella and the Microbiologists Society of India. On December 2nd, join me at the Gallery Hall for an engaging discussion on 'Antimicrobial Resistance & Microbiota.' I'm looking forward to exchanging ideas with brilliant student minds and the dynamic faculty. Also eager to explore the Fermented Food Market, celebrating the wonders of microbiology in everyday life. Let’s make it a thought-provoking session from 10 to 11 AM. See you there! Microvioma Global Antibiotic R&D Partnership (GARDP) World Health Organization Centers for Disease Control and Prevention IBioM - Foundation of Indian Biotech MSME, Bangalore Bioinnovation Centre, Swissnex in India, Consulate General of Switzerland, Precision Health Platform, Centre for Cellular and Molecular Platforms (C-CAMP), the echo network, Molecular Solutions Care Health, AMR Insights, VaidyaRx, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India, Government of Karnataka, Dinesh Gundu Rao, IT BT Department, Karnataka, Jawaharlal Nehru Centre for Advanced Scientific Research (JNCASR), Jayanta Haldar Varsha Shridhar, PhD ABLE - Association of Biotechnology Led Enterprises #microvioma #antibiotics #antimicrobialstewardship #antimicrobials #onehealth #goingblueforAMR #saveantibiotics #worldantimicrobialawarenessweek #Educate #Advocate #actnow #WAAW2024 #AntimicrobialResistance #SaveAntibiotics #PreserveTheIndispensable #GlobalHealthAction #waaw

Alcohol consumption doesn’t just harm your liver; it opens the door to a more alarming issue—its connection to #antimicrobialresistance (#AMR). This video (Down To Earth, Dr Shiv Kumar Sarin) sheds light on how alcohol damages the gut, reducing protective bile acids and short-chain fatty acids while making the intestine more permeable. This "leaky gut" allows harmful bacteria to escape into the bloodstream, increasing the risk of infections. These infections, often harder to treat due to AMR, highlight the dangerous ripple effects of alcohol on health. AMR is a silent pandemic that makes even simple infections life-threatening, reshaping healthcare and burdening families emotionally and financially. But we are not helpless in this fight. By moderating alcohol consumption, advocating for the responsible use of antibiotics, and supporting better policies for drug quality and development, we can collectively slow AMR's spread. Let's take steps toward safeguarding not only our liver but also our future health. How will you contribute to this effort? Let’s discuss! https://lnkd.in/gAknR6Yj Microvioma Global Antibiotic R&D Partnership (GARDP) World Health Organization Centers for Disease Control and Prevention IBioM - Foundation of Indian Biotech MSME, Bangalore Bioinnovation Centre, Swissnex in India, Consulate General of Switzerland, Precision Health Platform, Centre for Cellular and Molecular Platforms (C-CAMP), the echo network, Molecular Solutions Care Health, AMR Insights, VaidyaRx, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India, Government of Karnataka, Dinesh Gundu Rao, IT BT Department, Karnataka, Jawaharlal Nehru Centre for Advanced Scientific Research (JNCASR), Jayanta Haldar #microbiome #gutmicrobiome #gut #guthealth #alcoholism #liverdisease #gutliveraxis #globalpandemic #onehealth #antibioticresistance #maneeshpaul

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Resistance wins because bacteria are masters of adaptation. Through rapid reproduction and genetic mutations, they can quickly evolve defenses against antibiotics. Some bacteria even share resistance genes with others through horizontal gene transfer, spreading their survival strategies. Overuse and misuse of antibiotics—such as taking them unnecessarily or not completing prescribed courses—further fuel this resistance. Antibiotics target bacteria, but they can't adapt fast enough to outpace the bacteria's evolutionary ingenuity. This arms race leaves humanity struggling to combat infections that were once easily treatable, making resistance a formidable and growing threat to global health.  "𝑷𝒓𝒐𝒕𝒆𝒄𝒕 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝑰𝒏𝒗𝒊𝒔𝒊𝒃𝒍𝒆, 𝑷𝒓𝒆𝒔𝒆𝒓𝒗𝒆 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝑰𝒏𝒅𝒊𝒔𝒑𝒆𝒏𝒔𝒂𝒃𝒍𝒆." Together, we can combat #antibioticresistance by using #antimicrobials responsibly, spreading awareness, and fostering innovation. Every step counts in safeguarding our health and future generations. Microvioma Global Antibiotic R&D Partnership (GARDP) World Health Organization Centers for Disease Control and Prevention IBioM - Foundation of Indian Biotech MSME, Bangalore Bioinnovation Centre, Swissnex in India, Consulate General of Switzerland, Precision Health Platform, Centre for Cellular and Molecular Platforms (C-CAMP), the echo network, Molecular Solutions Care Health, AMR Insights, VaidyaRx, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India, Government of Karnataka, Dinesh Gundu Rao, IT BT Department, Karnataka, Jawaharlal Nehru Centre for Advanced Scientific Research (JNCASR), Jayanta Haldar #microvioma #antibiotics #antimicrobialstewardship #antimicrobials #onehealth #goingblueforAMR #saveantibiotics #worldantimicrobialawarenessweek #Educate #Advocate #actnow #WAAW2024 #AntimicrobialResistance #SaveAntibiotics #PreserveTheIndispensable #GlobalHealthAction #waaw