Dataset paperDecomposition & transformation
16S rRNA, metagenomics and 2bRAD-M sequencing to decode human thanatomicrobiome
Compares microbial sequencing across tissues and decomposition stages in eight cadavers.
2024
Primary studyDecomposition & transformation
A conserved interdomain microbial network underpins cadaver decomposition despite environmental variables
What this contributes
Identifies interacting decomposer communities across human cadavers in different environments.
The boundary of the evidence
Does not establish complete conversion by a single yeast strain.
Why it belongs here
Human decomposition involves interacting microbial communities and changing environmental conditions. Natural organic reduction supplies a relevant comparison, but a yeast-based process requires its own evidence. A credible program must account for all input and output material, including gases, liquids, mineral residues and implants.
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Primary studyDecomposition & transformation
Quantifying the relative contributions of bacterial and fungal communities to carcass decomposition using a quantitative microbiome profiling approach
Quantifies bacterial and fungal communities during carcass decomposition.
2025
Provider reportDecomposition & transformation
Human Composting Soil Research
Reports a six-donor natural organic reduction pilot conducted with Washington State University.
2018