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Role of Metagenomics in Modern Science: A Review
Subject area: Science,Engineering and Technology · Area of research: Zoology
Abstract
Metagenomics is an emerging trend in modern science to identify microbial diversity across a range of various habitats like soil, seas, water, and guts of various animals. It is also helpful to study the genetic material from an environmental sample to conduct analysis of the microbial community, exposing uncommon species and creatures that have not yet been identified. Metagenomics has shed light on the function of gut microbiota, immunity, digestion, and overall health, helping us better understand things like obesity and inflammatory bowel disease and creating avenues for diagnosis and treatment. Beyond healthcare, metagenomics is revolutionizing environmental research, bioenergy, and agriculture by enabling the identification of new enzymes, biodegradation routes, and microbial consortia that promote ecosystem resilience and sustainability. As computational and sequencing technologies continue to evolve, metagenomics will remain a key tool for exploring microbial life, driving innovations in biotechnology, personalized medicine, and environmental management. Overall, the continued development of metagenomics has the potential to revolutionize multiple fields, from healthcare to environmental science, paving the way for innovative solutions to some of the world's most pressing issues.
Keywords
Metagenomics, microbial diversity, immune regulation, biodegradation, clinical diagnostics.
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How to cite this paper
@article{1706965,
author = {Sunita Arya, Hemprabha},
title = {Role of Metagenomics in Modern Science: A Review},
journal = {Iconic Research And Engineering Journals},
year = {2025},
volume = {8},
number = {7},
pages = {431-440},
issn = {2456-8880},
url = {https://www.irejournals.com/formatedpaper/1706965.pdf},
abstract = {Metagenomics is an emerging trend in modern science to identify microbial diversity across a range of various habitats like soil, seas, water, and guts of various animals. It is also helpful to study the genetic material from an environmental sample to conduct analysis of the microbial community, exposing uncommon species and creatures that have not yet been identified. Metagenomics has shed light on the function of gut microbiota, immunity, digestion, and overall health, helping us better understand things like obesity and inflammatory bowel disease and creating avenues for diagnosis and treatment. Beyond healthcare, metagenomics is revolutionizing environmental research, bioenergy, and agriculture by enabling the identification of new enzymes, biodegradation routes, and microbial consortia that promote ecosystem resilience and sustainability. As computational and sequencing technologies continue to evolve, metagenomics will remain a key tool for exploring microbial life, driving innovations in biotechnology, personalized medicine, and environmental management. Overall, the continued development of metagenomics has the potential to revolutionize multiple fields, from healthcare to environmental science, paving the way for innovative solutions to some of the world's most pressing issues.},
keywords = {Metagenomics, microbial diversity, immune regulation, biodegradation, clinical diagnostics.},
month = {January},
}