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This work sets the basis for future research aimed at a deeper understanding of the microbiota and the effect of nutrition.

These are the results of a study published in Nature Communications and led by the Vall d'Hebron Research Institute (VHIR), the University of Lleida (UdL) and the Biomedical Research Institute of Lleida (IRBLleida).

The composition of gut microbiota is unique, like our fingerprints.

FunHoMic integrates experts in fungal pathogenesis, immunology, microbial ecology and "omics" technologies to train 13 researchers to identify biomarkers related to the risk of infection by fungi such as Candida.

The quantification of the gut microbiota, combined with clinical data, would be useful to facilitate the correct diagnosis of patients and offer them the appropriate treatment for their pathology and also to prevent the appearance of flares.