Publications by authors named "Christina G Warinner"
Objectives: Paleofeces are valuable to archeologists and evolutionary biologists for their potential to yield health, dietary, and host information. As a rich source of preserved biomolecules from host-associated microorganisms, they can also provide insights into the recent evolution and changing ecology of the gut microbiome. However, there is currently no standard method for DNA extraction from paleofeces, which combine the dual challenges of complex biological composition and degraded DNA.
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- This study investigates the salivary microbiome of a North American Indian community, specifically the Cheyenne & Arapaho tribes in Oklahoma, addressing the lack of diversity in microbiome research.
- Using advanced sequencing techniques, the researchers analyzed saliva samples from 37 C&A tribal members and 20 non-native individuals, revealing distinct differences in microbiome composition and diversity.
- The findings emphasize the unique ecological profiles of the C&A participants and the significance of engaging with indigenous communities to broaden our understanding of microbiome diversity beyond predominantly studied populations.