March 2014 PMID 24679531

Role of the microbiota in immunity and inflammation.

Yasmine Belkaid, Timothy W Hand

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The discussions express a general agreement with the importance of microbiota in immunity, citing the publication and related research, with some posts asking for additional explanations or sharing resources, which indicates active interest and engagement; the tone conveys curiosity and recognition of the scientific relevance, but the impact remains moderate as it prompts further inquiry rather than immediate application.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge the publication’s significance, with some noting it as an 'interesting read' and referencing well-known researchers, indicating general support.

InterestHigh interest

Participants show high interest by engaging with multiple posts, requesting further translation help, and referring to additional resources, demonstrating curiosity about the topic.

EngagementModerate engagement

The discussions include specific mentions of the microbiota's role in immunity, referencing studies and using scientific language, reflecting a moderate level of deep engagement.

ImpactModerate impact

While the posts recognize the importance of microbiota in immune functions, the overall influence appears moderate, inspiring further reading but not yet leading to widespread action or change.

Abstract in brief

  • The microbiota is essential for developing and maintaining a healthy immune system, helping the body respond to pathogens while promoting tolerance to harmless substances.
  • The immune system and microbiota have co-evolved to maintain a balanced relationship that supports immune protection and prevents excessive inflammation.
  • Factors like antibiotics, changes in diet, and loss of certain microbes in high-income countries may reduce microbiota diversity, potentially leading to an increase in autoimmune and inflammatory diseases.]

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ARVO
@ARVOinfo · X

#ARVO2020 opening keynote Yasmine Belkaid, PhD will be speaking on "Role of the microbiota in immunity and inflammation." Learn more: https://t.co/8V3Dftwdsz https://t.co/FNKs3g5SzV

Jan 22, 2020 · 12 likes · 24,611 followers View post →
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@hizukihanafusa1 · X

インスタライブでご質問のあった腸内細菌叢が免疫系に影響を与えるメカニズムについては、以下の論文が参考になるかと思います。 論文:Belkaid Y, Hand TW. Role of the microbiota in immunity and inflammation. Cell. 2014 Mar 27;157(1):121-41. doi: 10.1016/j.cell.2014.03.011.

May 7, 2023 · 5 likes · 65,879 followers View post →
Merisa Cenanovic
@MerisaCenanovic · X

Interesting read. "Role of the Microbiota in Immunity and Inflammation" Cell https://t.co/XSOYZnJGio #INPST @_INPST

Sep 16, 2024 · 3 likes · 2 shares · 965 followers View post →
Probiyotik
@probioticist · X

[262] Belkaid Y, Hand TW. Role of the microbiota in immunity and inflammation. Cell 2014;157(1):121- 141. #reference

Sep 8, 2020 · 2 likes · 510 followers View post →
International Natural Product Sciences Taskforce
@_INPST · X

RT @MerisaCenanovic: Interesting read. "Role of the Microbiota in Immunity and Inflammation" Cell https://t.co/XSOYZnJGio #INPST @_INPST

Sep 29, 2024 · 2 shares · 10,276 followers View post →
Science Communication
@ScienceCommuni2 · X

RT @MerisaCenanovic: Interesting read. "Role of the Microbiota in Immunity and Inflammation" Cell https://t.co/XSOYZnJGio #INPST @_INPST

Sep 29, 2024 · 2 shares · 2,882 followers View post →

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Role of the Microbiota in Immunity and Inflammation

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Nourredine Zaher
@Nourredine_ethr · X

Role of the Microbiota in Immunity and inflammation - PMC (https://t.co/VsEtZxcpyA) https://t.co/dgv6Una9kn https://t.co/TbvBDe5rQm

Oct 11, 2024 · 21 followers View post →
Science Communication
@ScienceCommuni2 · X

RT @MerisaCenanovic: Interesting read. "Role of the Microbiota in Immunity and Inflammation" Cell https://t.co/XSOYZnJGio #INPST @_INPST

Sep 29, 2024 · 2 shares · 2,882 followers View post →
International Natural Product Sciences Taskforce
@_INPST · X

RT @MerisaCenanovic: Interesting read. "Role of the Microbiota in Immunity and Inflammation" Cell https://t.co/XSOYZnJGio #INPST @_INPST

Sep 29, 2024 · 2 shares · 10,276 followers View post →
Merisa Cenanovic
@MerisaCenanovic · X

Interesting read. "Role of the Microbiota in Immunity and Inflammation" Cell https://t.co/XSOYZnJGio #INPST @_INPST

Sep 16, 2024 · 3 likes · 2 shares · 965 followers View post →
epigenetist
@epigenetist · X

RT @DrHkalil: Role of the Microbiota in Immunity and Inflammation https://t.co/C9ZwogAsA0 https://t.co/cfga4uuYpo

Jan 23, 2024 · 2 shares · 239 followers View post →
Hussein Khalil
@DrHkalil · X

RT @DrHkalil: Role of the Microbiota in Immunity and Inflammation https://t.co/C9ZwogAsA0 https://t.co/cfga4uuYpo

Jan 22, 2024 · 2 shares · 51 followers View post →
Jiří Herman
@theurologist_ · X

Střevní mikrobiom -úzce souvisí s imunitní funkcí -ovlivňuje vývoj a aktivitu imunitních buněk a moduluje imunitní odpověď -zařaďte kysané zelí, kimči, kombuchu, kefír či jogurt Role of the Microbiota in Immunity and inflammation https://t.co/fQf1zmDjSi

Nov 16, 2023 · 1 followers View post →
Giant Easter Island Head
@Horatioyuletide · X

@ValZimmer2 @SeenAndForeseen If you're wondering about the interactions between our commensal flora and our immune systems I'll have you refer you to a review. Let me know if you need help translating https://t.co/By0TbjDhvD

Jun 29, 2023 · 877 followers View post →
花房火月 肌のコンプレックスで悩む人をゼロに
@hizukihanafusa1 · X

インスタライブでご質問のあった腸内細菌叢が免疫系に影響を与えるメカニズムについては、以下の論文が参考になるかと思います。 論文:Belkaid Y, Hand TW. Role of the microbiota in immunity and inflammation. Cell. 2014 Mar 27;157(1):121-41. doi: 10.1016/j.cell.2014.03.011.

May 7, 2023 · 5 likes · 65,879 followers View post →
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@noboobu · X

【関連の文献②】 腸内細菌叢が免疫系に与える影響について、最近の研究結果を総合的にまとめたレビュー論文。 Belkaid, Y., & Hand, T. W. (2014). Role of the microbiota in immunity and inflammation. Cell, 157(1), 121–141. https://t.co/BiqRHtapml

Apr 17, 2023 · 593 followers View post →
Probiyotik
@probioticist · X

[262] Belkaid Y, Hand TW. Role of the microbiota in immunity and inflammation. Cell 2014;157(1):121- 141. #reference

Sep 8, 2020 · 2 likes · 510 followers View post →
COVID-19 Student Response Team
@FutureMDvsCOVID · X

Sources to learn more! 1) Temporal dynamics in viral shedding and transmissibility of COVID-19. https://t.co/3wcvQMHxVt 2) Role of the Microbiota in Immunity and Inflammation https://t.co/Q9HKQLmw4f

May 19, 2020 · 717 followers View post →
JUAN ARIEL JARA GUER
@Tigerariel40 · X

Role of the Microbiota in Immunity and inflammation https://t.co/3Slc1Pw7SU

Apr 9, 2020 · 151 followers View post →
Claudia Ortiz
@ClaudiadeChile · X

@GidMK You can always think about your diet and the relationship with the immune system https://t.co/CbdZJ5zBod

Mar 13, 2020 · 140 followers View post →
ARVO
@ARVOinfo · X

#ARVO2020 opening keynote Yasmine Belkaid, PhD will be speaking on "Role of the microbiota in immunity and inflammation." Learn more: https://t.co/8V3Dftwdsz https://t.co/FNKs3g5SzV

Jan 22, 2020 · 12 likes · 24,611 followers View post →