The invisible Biodiversity
When we think of biodiversity, we often picture tropical forests, coral reefs, or endangered species. But one of the richest and most essential ecosystems on Earth is invisible: the microbiome. These microbial communities, like bacteria, viruses, fungi, and archaea are everywhere: in the soil, in fermented foods, and inside our bodies. They are the hidden drivers of health, sustainability, and balance.
Why understanding the microbiome matters
Thanks to next-generation sequencing (NGS) and advanced sample preparation technologies, scientists can now explore the microbial world with incredible precision. But to study the microbiome accurately, we must avoid bias from the start. That’s where reliable, reproducible tools like the Precellys homogenizer come in, ensuring complete cell lysis and preserving nucleic acid quality for high-impact results.
Discover the invisible with our Application Notes
To celebrate the International Day for Biological Diversity, we are sharing three real-world stories that reveal how the microbiome connects us to our environment, our food, and our health.
🔬 Revealing the hidden diversity of microbial communities
Unbiased RNA extraction is key to uncovering the true microbial landscape. This protocol delivers high-quality RNA from complex samples such as stool or microbial standards, perfect for accurate microbiome profiling.
🥛 Tracing microbial heritage in a traditional fermented milk
In Indonesia, artisanal production of Dadih preserves a unique microbial identity. This study shows how sample preparation and NGS reveal the diversity hidden in every spoonful of this traditional fermented milk.
⏱️ Exposing the full microbial landscape in just one minute
Fast does not mean incomplete. This application note proves that one minute of homogenization with Precellys is enough to extract high-yield DNA that faithfully represents the microbial community.
