The microbiome extends host evolutionary potential.
Nat Commun
; 12(1): 5141, 2021 08 26.
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| ID: mdl-34446709
ABSTRACT
The microbiome shapes many host traits, yet the biology of microbiomes challenges traditional evolutionary models. Here, we illustrate how integrating the microbiome into quantitative genetics can help untangle complexities of host-microbiome evolution. We describe two general ways in which the microbiome may affect host evolutionary potential by shifting the mean host phenotype and by changing the variance in host phenotype in the population. We synthesize the literature across diverse taxa and discuss how these scenarios could shape the host response to selection. We conclude by outlining key avenues of research to improve our understanding of the complex interplay between hosts and microbiomes.
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Assunto principal:
Evolução Biológica
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Microbiota
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Interações entre Hospedeiro e Microrganismos
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En
Ano de publicação:
2021
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Article