Scientists map the Lungs' hidden ecosystem in healthy people

NCT ID NCT06518161

First seen Apr 12, 2026 · Last updated May 13, 2026 · Updated 4 times

Summary

This study looked at the bacteria living in the lungs of 82 healthy volunteers scheduled for non-lung surgery. Researchers used advanced techniques to analyze both the bacteria and the immune cells in the lungs. The goal was to create a detailed atlas of how the lungs' natural bacteria and the body's defenses interact when a person is healthy. This knowledge can help future studies understand what goes wrong in lung diseases.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • CHU de Nantes

    Nantes, France

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