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The Skin Microbiome and Our Health: Dr. Aayushi Uberoi
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Have you ever stopped to think about the bustling world of life thriving right on your skin? Billions of microscopic organisms, collectively known as the skin microbiome, call this complex ecosystem home, playing a vital role in our health.
Many of us are unaware of the intricate dance between our skin and its microbial residents. This delicate balance can tip, potentially leading to various health concerns. In this episode, we delve into the fascinating realm of the skin microbiome with microbiologist Dr. Aayushi Uberoi.
Dr. Uberoi shares her research on how the skin microbiome strengthens our largest organ's crucial barrier function. Join us as we explore the fascinating world of skin microbes.
Topics covered in this episode:
- Dr. Uberoi's journey to microbiology
- The skin's barrier functions and ecosystem
- The role of the skin microbiome in health and disease
- Microbiome changes in skin disorders
- Potential for novel skin microbiome-based therapies
- Antibacterial soap misconceptions
- At-home microbiology activity: Accessible Microscopy: Discovering Microbes with a Foldscope
JOYFUL MICROBE SHOW NOTES: https://joyfulmicrobe.com/skin-microbiome-aayushi-uberoi/
AT-HOME MICROBIOLOGY ACTIVITY: https://joyfulmicrobe.com/foldscope-activity/
JOYFUL MICROBE TWITTER: https://twitter.com/joyfulmicrobe/
JOYFUL MICROBE INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/justineldees/
SUPPORT JOYFUL MICROBE: https://ko-fi.com/joyfulmicrobe/
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Manage episode 403875719 series 2900296
Have you ever stopped to think about the bustling world of life thriving right on your skin? Billions of microscopic organisms, collectively known as the skin microbiome, call this complex ecosystem home, playing a vital role in our health.
Many of us are unaware of the intricate dance between our skin and its microbial residents. This delicate balance can tip, potentially leading to various health concerns. In this episode, we delve into the fascinating realm of the skin microbiome with microbiologist Dr. Aayushi Uberoi.
Dr. Uberoi shares her research on how the skin microbiome strengthens our largest organ's crucial barrier function. Join us as we explore the fascinating world of skin microbes.
Topics covered in this episode:
- Dr. Uberoi's journey to microbiology
- The skin's barrier functions and ecosystem
- The role of the skin microbiome in health and disease
- Microbiome changes in skin disorders
- Potential for novel skin microbiome-based therapies
- Antibacterial soap misconceptions
- At-home microbiology activity: Accessible Microscopy: Discovering Microbes with a Foldscope
JOYFUL MICROBE SHOW NOTES: https://joyfulmicrobe.com/skin-microbiome-aayushi-uberoi/
AT-HOME MICROBIOLOGY ACTIVITY: https://joyfulmicrobe.com/foldscope-activity/
JOYFUL MICROBE TWITTER: https://twitter.com/joyfulmicrobe/
JOYFUL MICROBE INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/justineldees/
SUPPORT JOYFUL MICROBE: https://ko-fi.com/joyfulmicrobe/
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