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A human or animal's microbiome -; the collection of often beneficial microorganisms, including as bacteria and fungi, that live on or within a host organism -; can play an important role in the host's overall immune response, but it is unclear how vaccines against harmful pathogens impact the microbiome.
Each person's gut microbiome contains a specific community of microorganisms that normally remains stable for years. However, it can be thrown off balance by factors such as dietary changes, infections or medications. Antibiotics in particular have a strong influence on the microbiome. In response, microorganisms employ various resistance mechanisms, with individual bacterial populations evolving through selection of antibiotic-resistant variants. Yet, the extent and mechanisms of these processes and their impact on the ecology of the microbial community are poorly understood.