MagIC focuses on the critical impact of an infant's microbiome on future health outcomes. An imbalanced microbiota during infancy can predispose individuals to various conditions like obesity, autism, allergies, diabetes, metabolic disorders, depression, and inflammatory bowel disease.

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Recognizing the significance of early intervention, our research emphasizes the importance of shaping a healthy microbiome in early childhood to prevent the onset of these diseases. Early childhood presents a unique opportunity for microbiota manipulation due to its developmental malleability. By studying the microbiota during this crucial phase, we aim to unravel the origins of an unhealthy microbiome and pinpoint potential therapeutic targets for intervention, ultimately aiming to reverse disease progression and enhance health outcomes.