The Gut Microbiome in Precision Medicine
From Research to Clinical Practice
- 1st Edition - March 13, 2026
- Latest edition
- Editor: S Rehan Ahmad
- Language: English
The Gut Microbiome in Precision Medicine: From Research to Clinical Practice explores the significant role of the gut microbiome in health and disease, particularly within gastro… Read more
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The Gut Microbiome in Precision Medicine: From Research to Clinical Practice explores the significant role of the gut microbiome in health and disease, particularly within gastrointestinal conditions such as inflammatory bowel disease, irritable bowel syndrome, and colorectal cancer. It covers how understanding and analyzing the gut microbiome can lead to personalized treatments, dietary plans, and precision medicine approaches in gastroenterology. Chapters explore multi-omics integration, examining complex techniques for gut microbiome profiling, including genomics, transcriptomics, proteomics, and metabolomics. Users will find updates on microbiome-based interventions, such as probiotics, prebiotics, and personalized nutrition that highlight practical applications in gastrointestinal disease management.
Real-world examples and case studies discuss strategies for overcoming barriers to implementing microbiome analysis. Additionally, it addresses the challenges and opportunities of implementing microbiome analysis in clinical practice, with a special emphasis on its implications for developing countries. Finally, the book covers emerging technologies in microbiome research and their applications in gastroenterology, emphasizing future directions and research priorities.
Real-world examples and case studies discuss strategies for overcoming barriers to implementing microbiome analysis. Additionally, it addresses the challenges and opportunities of implementing microbiome analysis in clinical practice, with a special emphasis on its implications for developing countries. Finally, the book covers emerging technologies in microbiome research and their applications in gastroenterology, emphasizing future directions and research priorities.
- Helps readers gain a comprehensive understanding of the latest gut microbiome research and its impact on precision medicine, covering foundational concepts, advanced methodologies, and cutting-edge technologies
- Provides practical insights for healthcare professionals on integrating personalized gut microbiome profiling into clinical practice to design targeted treatment plans and dietary interventions for improved patient outcomes
- Allows researchers to explore new research directions and methodologies, including multi-omics approaches, microbiome engineering, and microbiome-driven drug discovery
Gastroenterologists and other healthcare professionals working in the field of precision medicine Researchers studying the role of the microbiome in health and disease
Section I: Introduction to the Microbiome and Precision Medicine
1. Definition and Importance of the Human Microbiome
2. Precision Medicine in Gastroenterology
3. Foundations of the Gut Microbiome
4. The Gut Microbiome: Composition, Diversity, and Influencing Factors
5. Epigenetic Influences of the Gut Microbiome
Section II: Multi-omics Integration: Unraveling the Complexities of the Gut Microbiome
6. Fundamentals of Multi-omics in Microbiome Research
7. Advanced Multi-omics Technologies in Gut Microbiome Research
8. Challenges in Integration of Multi-omics in Gut Microbiome
9. Comprehensive Analysis of the Gut Microbiome
10. Challenges and Limitations of Microbiome Analysis
11. Advanced Methods and Technological Advances in Personalized Microbiome Research
12. Precision Profiling for Tailored Health Solutions
13. Standardization and Quality Control in Microbiome Analysis
14. Microbiome Biomarkers and Multi-omics Approaches in Precision Medicine
15. Definition and Importance of the Microbiome Biomarkers
16. Overview of Microbiome Biomarkers and Their Applications in Gastroenterology
17. Personalized Gastroenterology: Inflammatory Bowel Disease
18. Role of the Gut Microbiome in the Pathogenesis of IBD
19. Microbiome-Based Biomarkers for IBD Diagnosis and Prognosis
20. Microbiome-Based Interventions for IBD Treatment
21. Personalized Gastroenterology: Irritable Bowel Syndrome
22. Role of the Gut Microbiome in the Pathogenesis of IBS
23. Microbiome-Based Biomarkers for IBS Diagnosis
24. Microbiome-Based Interventions for IBS Management
25. Personalized Gastroenterology: Colorectal Cancer
26. Role of the Gut Microbiome in the Development of Colorectal Cancer
27. Microbiome-Based Biomarkers for Colorectal Cancer Screening and Early Detection
28. Microbiome-Based Interventions for Colorectal Cancer Prevention and Treatment
Section III: Microbiome-Based Interventions: Probiotics and Prebiotics
29. Overview of Probiotics and Prebiotics
30. Mechanisms of Action of Probiotics and Prebiotics
31. Evidence for the Use of Probiotics and Prebiotics in Gastrointestinal Diseases
32. Personalized Nutrition and the Microbiome
33. Role of Diet in Shaping the Gut Microbiome
34. Personalized Nutrition Plans Based on Gut Microbiome Analysis
35. Examples of Successful Personalized Nutrition Interventions for Gastrointestinal Diseases
36. Implementing Microbiome Analysis in Clinical Practice
37. Challenges and Barriers to Implementing Microbiome Analysis in Clinical Practice
38. Implementing Microbiome Analysis in Clinical Practice: Overcoming Challenges
39. Case Studies of Successful Implementation of Microbiome Analysis in Clinical Practice
Section IV: Challenges and Opportunities of Personalized Gastroenterology in Developing Countries
40. Unique Challenges Faced by Developing Countries in Implementing Microbiome-Based Interventions
41. Personalized Medicine in Gastroenterology
42. Examples of Successful Microbiome-Based Interventions in Developing Countries
43. Barriers to Implementation in Precision Medicine
44. Bioethical Challenges in the Era of Precision Medicine
45. Artificial Intelligence in Precision Medicine: Enhancing Predictive Analytics
46. CRISPR and Genome Editing: Precision Tools for Personalized Therapies
Section V: Future Directions and Research Priorities in Gut Microbiome Personalized Medicine
47. Potential Applications of Microbiome Research in Other Areas of Gastroenterology
48. Collaboration and International Efforts to Advance the Field of Precision Gastroenterology
1. Definition and Importance of the Human Microbiome
2. Precision Medicine in Gastroenterology
3. Foundations of the Gut Microbiome
4. The Gut Microbiome: Composition, Diversity, and Influencing Factors
5. Epigenetic Influences of the Gut Microbiome
Section II: Multi-omics Integration: Unraveling the Complexities of the Gut Microbiome
6. Fundamentals of Multi-omics in Microbiome Research
7. Advanced Multi-omics Technologies in Gut Microbiome Research
8. Challenges in Integration of Multi-omics in Gut Microbiome
9. Comprehensive Analysis of the Gut Microbiome
10. Challenges and Limitations of Microbiome Analysis
11. Advanced Methods and Technological Advances in Personalized Microbiome Research
12. Precision Profiling for Tailored Health Solutions
13. Standardization and Quality Control in Microbiome Analysis
14. Microbiome Biomarkers and Multi-omics Approaches in Precision Medicine
15. Definition and Importance of the Microbiome Biomarkers
16. Overview of Microbiome Biomarkers and Their Applications in Gastroenterology
17. Personalized Gastroenterology: Inflammatory Bowel Disease
18. Role of the Gut Microbiome in the Pathogenesis of IBD
19. Microbiome-Based Biomarkers for IBD Diagnosis and Prognosis
20. Microbiome-Based Interventions for IBD Treatment
21. Personalized Gastroenterology: Irritable Bowel Syndrome
22. Role of the Gut Microbiome in the Pathogenesis of IBS
23. Microbiome-Based Biomarkers for IBS Diagnosis
24. Microbiome-Based Interventions for IBS Management
25. Personalized Gastroenterology: Colorectal Cancer
26. Role of the Gut Microbiome in the Development of Colorectal Cancer
27. Microbiome-Based Biomarkers for Colorectal Cancer Screening and Early Detection
28. Microbiome-Based Interventions for Colorectal Cancer Prevention and Treatment
Section III: Microbiome-Based Interventions: Probiotics and Prebiotics
29. Overview of Probiotics and Prebiotics
30. Mechanisms of Action of Probiotics and Prebiotics
31. Evidence for the Use of Probiotics and Prebiotics in Gastrointestinal Diseases
32. Personalized Nutrition and the Microbiome
33. Role of Diet in Shaping the Gut Microbiome
34. Personalized Nutrition Plans Based on Gut Microbiome Analysis
35. Examples of Successful Personalized Nutrition Interventions for Gastrointestinal Diseases
36. Implementing Microbiome Analysis in Clinical Practice
37. Challenges and Barriers to Implementing Microbiome Analysis in Clinical Practice
38. Implementing Microbiome Analysis in Clinical Practice: Overcoming Challenges
39. Case Studies of Successful Implementation of Microbiome Analysis in Clinical Practice
Section IV: Challenges and Opportunities of Personalized Gastroenterology in Developing Countries
40. Unique Challenges Faced by Developing Countries in Implementing Microbiome-Based Interventions
41. Personalized Medicine in Gastroenterology
42. Examples of Successful Microbiome-Based Interventions in Developing Countries
43. Barriers to Implementation in Precision Medicine
44. Bioethical Challenges in the Era of Precision Medicine
45. Artificial Intelligence in Precision Medicine: Enhancing Predictive Analytics
46. CRISPR and Genome Editing: Precision Tools for Personalized Therapies
Section V: Future Directions and Research Priorities in Gut Microbiome Personalized Medicine
47. Potential Applications of Microbiome Research in Other Areas of Gastroenterology
48. Collaboration and International Efforts to Advance the Field of Precision Gastroenterology
- Edition: 1
- Latest edition
- Published: March 18, 2026
- Language: English
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S Rehan Ahmad
Dr. S Rehan Ahmad is a multidisciplinary scientist whose research bridges microbiology, medicinal chemistry, neurobiology, and precision medicine. Earning his Ph.D. in Microbiology, his pioneering work explores the pharmacogenomics and microbiome-based modulation of neurodegenerative diseases, with a focus on plant-derived therapeutics and molecular docking-driven drug discovery. His research integrates molecular microbiology, analytical chemistry (HPLC–MS), bioinformatics, and nanobiotechnology to advance novel therapeutic strategies. He holds over 30 patents and has published more than 60 peer-reviewed articles in high-impact journals, including Nature, Elsevier, Wiley, Springer, Frontiers and MDPI. He has edited two books published by Elsevier: The Gut Microbiome in Precision Medicine: From Research to Clinical Practice which focuses on the gut microbiome’s role in health, and Precision Medicine in Neurodegenerative Diseases: From Research to Clinical Practice, covering personalized medicine for neurodegenerative disorders.
His editorial experience is extensive, serving as Academic Editor for PLOS ONE, Editorial Board Member for over 15 international journals, and Guest Editor for JoVE. Recognized for his academic leadership, he serves as Coordinator of the Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) Study Centre (28166), Centre Superintendent (28166), and Convenor of multiple institutional committees including the Research & Development Cell (RDC), Intellectual Property Rights Cell (IPR), and Institution’s Innovation Council (Ministry of Education, Government of India). His teaching experience spans over 12 years in microbiology, neurobiology, medicinal biochemistry, food chemistry, and bioinformatics, mentoring more than 40 postgraduates and three doctoral researchers.
Affiliations and expertise
Assistant Professor and Head, Department of Microbiology, West Bengal State University, India