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Our recent Amazonian expedition kicked off in #SãoPaulo #Brazil. We are incredibly grateful to Dr. Luciana Paulino and the Universidade Federal do ABC #UFABC, Santo André, for hosting David Good and Simone Renwick, PhD!

We were honored to present the #YanomamiMicrobiomeProject to such an engaged group of students and faculty at #UFABC. We had many important discussions about the #bioethics of conducting research with Indigenous communities & the urgent need for improved benefit-sharing protocols

Our #YanomamiMicrobiomeProject fieldwork took us deep into the #Amazon, navigating rivers, rainstorms, and rapids over several days. Despite the challenges, we're dedicated to ensuring all equipment arrives safely, and to fostering partnerships with the #Yanomami people.

We recently spent time in a #Yanomami community engaging in meaningful conversations with its leaders about the urgent need to study the impact of urbanization on their #microbiome and way of life. We're committed to collaboration every step of the way.

Morning strolls through a #Yanomami village, coffee in hand, set the tone for a day of fieldwork, travel, and deep conversations. These peaceful moments remind us of the importance of our mission and the amazing communities we work with.

During our visit to the vibrant #Yanomami village, Curua, we shared #microbiomeresearch updates & discussed youth education programs w/ the leaders. We're excited about the potential for Yanomami youth to get involved and we're committed to working together to make this happen!

Check out our October 2024 Newsletter! Uniting Perspectives: Updates from Our Latest Expedition to the Amazon Catch up on our recent journey to Yanomami territory in the Amazon! Subscribe now to join us in making a difference: yanomamifoundation.org/newsletters

Great talk by David Good University of Guelph on bridging #microbiome research and advocacy with the Yanomami people of the Amazon rainforest. His work offers valuable insights into the microbiome of the Yanomami people, who continue to live a traditional Amazonian way of life. The Yanomami Foundation

During our recent expedition, we had the privilege of visiting a vibrant community that fully embraces the traditional Yanomami way of life. The village leaders warmly welcomed us and invited us to witness their customs and culture firsthand. #yanomamimicrobiomeproject

In the coming weeks, the YF is thrilled to spotlight brilliant early-career researchers uncovering the mysteries of the #YanomamiMicrobiome! These passionate scientists are paving the way for innovative discoveries about microbial diversity, health, and resilience. Stay tuned!

First up, Dr. Greg Higgins, a recent PhD grad from #UofG. Greg studied "predatory" bacteria's potential to fight colorectal cancer and observed that #Yanomami bacteria are more resilient to bacterial "predation", a promising insight into how environments shape microbial defenses!

Up next, meet Gwen Freeze, a recent University of Guelph MSc grad who studied Parvimonas micra—an oral bacterium linked to colorectal cancer. Gwen observed that a #Yanomami P. micra was less likely to cause disease! Such strain-specific differences could help guide future treatment strategies!

Meet Panuya Athithan, a PhD student in Dr. Allen-Vercoe's lab University of Guelph , studying resilient microbes found in both industrialized and #Yanomami gut microbiotas. Her research explores how these bacteria thrive across diverse lifestyles and their impact on health and well-being.

Meet Marie Thorp, a UGent PhD student and a #YanomamiMicrobiomeProject researcher! Last year, Marie visited the #Yanomami and is now studying their unique microbiota to uncover insights into diseases like obesity and diabetes. Her work holds great promise for future therapies!

Meet Britta De Pessemier, a CMET PhD student visiting the Knight lab UC San Diego Health. As part of the #YanomamiMicrobiomeProject, Britta uses innovative multi-omics approaches to study skin #microbiome dynamics and how Westernization affects health and skin disease. Exciting work!

We proudly #congratulate our president, Dr. Caballero-Arias, on her #Fulbright Amazonia Fellowship 2023-24! Her work addresses urgent threats to Yanomami and Jivi livelihoods, exploring how traditional knowledge and resilience can safeguard food security and cultural heritage.

Meet Hansi Botschner, our 6th featured early-career scientist on the #YanomamiMicrobiomeProject! A University of Guelph Microbiology undergrad, Hansi isolates and studies the diverse bacteria of the #Yanomami gut, uncovering the secrets of a healthy microbiome. Truly inspiring work. Stay tuned!

Today, we’re thrilled to introduce Laura Hainel! A Uni Hohenheim MSc student, Laura is visiting University of Guelph to study how #Yanomami gut bacteria interact with the immune system, offering insights into immune health and potential therapies. Check out Laura at work: