Environmental Science and Technology Letters. The lead author and assistant professor in the Washington State University Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering Courtney Gardner and Duke University researchers performed this study.Scientists hope that their research will further knowledge of how semi-volatile organic compounds impact human gut bacteria.
These compounds commonly occur in most indoor environments due to their widespread use in building materials, furniture, textiles, and other everyday products.
Researchers believe that SVOC’s may harm the gut microbiome and lead to a weakened immune system.The total microorganisms, including bacteria, viruses, fungi, protozoa, and their overall genetic material, make up the.
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