The human skin is home to countless microorganisms that we can't see. These microbes help define who we are. Our invisible passengers contribute to our health in numerous ways including educating our immune system, protecting us from pathogens, and mediating skin disorders. They are also known as the skin microbiome. In a new study, researchers investigated how the skin microbiome is transmitted between players in a contact sport, using roller derby as their model system. ...
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