Microbiome Profiling

The MAGOR project will monitor the changes in astronauts' gut, urine, and oral microbiomes before, during, and after spaceflight. By analyzing gene expression, metabolic changes in bacteria and fungi, and identifying viruses in saliva, urine, and fecal samples, this project will provide insight into how space conditions impact human microbiomes. Insights from the reseach could inform strategies to maintain astronaut health and could shed light into research to manage microbiome-related conditions on Earth.