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Podcast: Heritage Radio Network On Tour
Episode: On The Rise 3: A Conversation on Microbiomes with Dr. Erin McKenney
Description: Ever wonder how scientists analyze the microbiome of human and animal guts, or of sourdough starters and other cultured foods? We take a deep dive into the purpose and methods of microbial ecology with Dr. Erin McKenny following her keynote presentation. Whether or not you’re a trained scientist, you’ll learn some fascinating details about human and microbial cultures from this discussion, and if you have a super sniffer, you may be inspired to become a ‘sourdough sommelier.’
Dr. Erin McKenney studies how microbial communities form over time and how they adapt to their environments. Over the past...