February 2023 PMID 36753469

The virtual microbiome: A computational framework to evaluate microbiome analyses.

Belén Serrano-Antón, Francisco Rodríguez-Ventura, Pere Colomer-Vidal, Riccardo Aiese Cigliano, Clemente F Arias, Federica Bertocchini

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12
Peak: 11 in Feb 2023
across 3 sources since Feb 2023

Extended reach

1,025,550
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Total likes

16

Video views

144

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Feb 2023 – Mar 2023

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What people are saying

Discussions highlight the significance of developing a virtual microbiome to improve analysis accuracy, with references to the publication's focus on database limitations and the need for better interpretation methods. Phrases like 'falsely detect species' and mentions of expanding genomic databases suggest an appreciation of the research's practical impact and challenges, demonstrating moderate engagement and agreement.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions recognize the value of the proposed computational framework and agree on its relevance to current microbiome analysis challenges.

InterestModerate interest

Participants show moderate curiosity, engaging with the technical aspects and potential limitations, but without a highly enthusiastic tone.

EngagementModerate engagement

Posts include references to specific media outlets, authors, and technical details, indicating a thoughtful level of engagement.

ImpactModerate impact

The conversations reflect an understanding that the framework could influence future research and address issues like species detection accuracy.

Abstract in brief

  • The study introduces a computational method to create virtual microbiomes that mimic real microbial communities, helping researchers evaluate how accurately current DNA-based analysis methods reflect reality.
  • It found that the reliability of microbiome data is often limited by the amount of genomic information in databases, which can lead to inaccuracies in identifying microbial populations.
  • To improve microbiome analysis, the authors suggest focusing on expanding genomic databases and enhancing methods for interpreting this data, to reduce uncertainty and increase confidence in microbiome studies.

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Phys.org
@physorg_com · X

Current #microbiome analyses may falsely detect species that are not actually present @plos @PLOSONE https://t.co/rvk4BGvDmb https://t.co/Q6W2fYSd9j

Feb 8, 2023 · 8 likes · 4 shares · 1,008,308 followers View post →
Microbiome Articles
@microbe_article · X

The virtual microbiome: a computational framework to evaluate microbiome analyses. - Serrano-Antón B et al. - https://t.co/zaMzYWJQAG #microbiome

Feb 8, 2023 · 1 like · 1 share · 7,159 followers View post →
Phys.org Biology
@physorg_biology · X

RT @physorg_com: Current #microbiome analyses may falsely detect species that are not actually present @plos @PLOSONE https://t.co/rvk4BGvD…

Feb 8, 2023 · 4 shares · 8,042 followers View post →
TrollColors
@TrollColors · X

RT @physorg_com: Current #microbiome analyses may falsely detect species that are not actually present @plos @PLOSONE https://t.co/rvk4BGvD…

Feb 8, 2023 · 4 shares · 1,225 followers View post →
Reddit Journal of Science
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The virtual microbiome: A computational framework to evaluate microbiome analyses https://t.co/Cy1iGqSycs #science #biology #microbiome #framework #analyses

Mar 19, 2023 · 337 followers View post →
Belén•2
@bserranoanton · X

RT @microbe_article: The virtual microbiome: a computational framework to evaluate microbiome analyses. - Serrano-Antón B et al. - https://…

Feb 20, 2023 · 1 share · 260 followers View post →

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Reddit Journal of Science
@rsciencejournal · X

The virtual microbiome: A computational framework to evaluate microbiome analyses https://t.co/Cy1iGqSycs #science #biology #microbiome #framework #analyses

Mar 19, 2023 · 337 followers View post →
Belén•2
@bserranoanton · X

RT @microbe_article: The virtual microbiome: a computational framework to evaluate microbiome analyses. - Serrano-Antón B et al. - https://…

Feb 20, 2023 · 1 share · 260 followers View post →
TheMicrobiome
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The virtual microbiome: A computational framework to evaluate microbiome analyses | PLOS ONE https://t.co/NdPFxLbQiP

Feb 10, 2023 · 17 followers View post →
Microbiome Articles
@microbe_article · X

The virtual microbiome: a computational framework to evaluate microbiome analyses. - Serrano-Antón B et al. - https://t.co/zaMzYWJQAG #microbiome

Feb 8, 2023 · 1 like · 1 share · 7,159 followers View post →
TrollColors
@TrollColors · X

RT @physorg_com: Current #microbiome analyses may falsely detect species that are not actually present @plos @PLOSONE https://t.co/rvk4BGvD…

Feb 8, 2023 · 4 shares · 1,225 followers View post →
Phys.org Biology
@physorg_biology · X

RT @physorg_com: Current #microbiome analyses may falsely detect species that are not actually present @plos @PLOSONE https://t.co/rvk4BGvD…

Feb 8, 2023 · 4 shares · 8,042 followers View post →
Phys.org
@physorg_com · X

Current #microbiome analyses may falsely detect species that are not actually present @plos @PLOSONE https://t.co/rvk4BGvDmb https://t.co/Q6W2fYSd9j

Feb 8, 2023 · 8 likes · 4 shares · 1,008,308 followers View post →
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