New York City's Microbiome

The video explores the omnipresence of microbes, highlighting their harmless nature and essential roles in human health. It discusses a study of the New York City subway, revealing that most microbes found are not harmful. The research includes creating a microbial map for monitoring potential threats. The video also illustrates how microbes can reflect environmental events and cultural habits. Despite the abundance of unknown microbes, they generally pose no harm and can be beneficial.

How do microbes contribute to human health according to the text?

What are some examples of microbes mentioned in the text that are found in the New York City subway?

What surprising findings did researchers discover about the microbes in the subway system?

What role does the mobile app play in the research conducted on subway microbes?

What does the study suggest about the relationship between microbes and the environment they inhabit?