Harnessing Phages to Modulate Rumen Microbiomes for Methane Reduction

  • Investigate the potential of methanogen-specific phages to selectively modulate archaeal populations in the rumen, reducing methane emissions and improving feed efficiency in livestock
  • Assess how phage-driven shifts in the rumen microbial community affect overall microbiome stability, nutrient cycling, and greenhouse gas production
  • Explore parallels between methanogen–phage interactions in animals and the human gut, exploring the potential for phage therapies for dysbiosis-associated conditions such as inflammation and metabolic disorders