Microbiome Research

About Us

Microbiome Research lab is a dedicated facility specializing in the analysis, characterization, and application of microbiome data in diverse domains, including human health, food, nutrition, Ayurveda, and environmental ecosystems. Our lab integrates cutting-edge sequencing, computational biology, and network pharmacology to offer end-to-end microbiome solutions tailored for academic research, industry, and clinical applications.

Our Expertise

  • Microbiome Sequencing & Analysis: Nanopore sequencing based microbiome profiling, including 16S rRNA, metagenomics, and metatranscriptomics.
  • Functional Metagenomics: Assessing microbial diversity, metabolic pathways, and community dynamics.
  • Network Pharmacology & Microbiome Interactions: Understanding microbial interactions with bioactive compounds in medicinal formulations and dietary interventions.
  • Microbial Consortia for Fermented Foods: Characterization and optimization of microbial consortia in traditional and modern fermented foods.
  • Probiotic and Prebiotic Research: Screening and formulation of beneficial microbial strains for health applications.
  • Microbiome-Driven Personalized Medicine: Developing customized microbiome-based interventions for precision health and disease management.
  • Environmental Microbiome Studies: Soil, water, and plant-associated microbiome research for sustainable agriculture and conservation efforts.

Services Offered

  • Study Design & Sample Collection Support: Guidance on research protocols and best practices for sample collection.
  • Nanopore Sequencing-Based Microbiome Profiling: High-throughput sequencing and bioinformatics analysis.
  • Metabolomics & Functional Pathway Analysis: Integration of microbiome and metabolite data.
  • Microbiome Database Development: Custom databases for specific microbiome research needs.
  • Consultation & Data Interpretation: Expert insights on microbiome study results.
  • Workshops & Training Programs: Capacity-building for students, researchers, and industry professionals.

Collaborations & Partnerships

We welcome collaborations with research institutions, universities, hospitals, food and biotech industries, and government agencies. Our goal is to advance microbiome science and its applications for health, nutrition, and environmental sustainability.

Contact Us

For consultations, project collaborations, or customized microbiome solutions, reach out to us at:

Dr. Pavithra N

pavithra.narendran@tdu.edu.in

Dr. Pavithra N

Associate Professor

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