Microbiomes in a social context (IMAGE) Instituto Gulbenkian de Ciencia Caption In a social context, host microbiomes can be shared among individuals. Paths represent the evolution of gut bacteria over time. Along the central paths, three distinct microbiomes are being transmitted among hosts, leading to similar bacterial evolution among them. Credit ©Nelson Frazão, IGC 2023 Usage Restrictions In a social context, host microbiomes can be shared among individuals. Paths represent the evolution of gut bacteria over time. Along the central paths, three distinct microbiomes are being transmitted among hosts, leading to similar bacterial evolution among them. License Original content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.