This collection of papers delves into the burgeoning field of oncobiome research, exploring the intricate relationship between cancer and the microbiome. The oncobiome encompasses the diverse microbial communities residing in and on the human body, which influence cancer development, progression, and treatment responses. By examining these interactions, our aim is to unravel the complex mechanisms through which the microbiome impacts oncogenesis and therapeutic outcomes.

This compilation highlights cutting-edge research, offering insights into potential diagnostic markers and novel therapeutic strategies, thereby advancing our understanding of cancer biology and paving the way for innovative, microbiome-targeted cancer treatments.

This is a cross-journal collection between:

Biomarker Research

BJC Reports

Experimental Hematology and Oncology

Infectious Agents and Cancer

Microbiome

Articles will undergo the standard peer-review process of the journal to which they are submitted and are subject to either the BMC editorial policies or those of BJC Reports. Articles will be added to the Collection as they are published. The Editors have no competing interests with the submissions which they handle through the peer review process. The peer review of any submissions for which the Editors have competing interests is handled by another Editorial Board Member who has no competing interests.

Animal Microbiome, Journal of Animal Science and Biotechnology and Microbiome call for submissions to the collection on Animal Gut Nutrition and Greenhouse Gas Mitigation.

Efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from livestock systems increasingly hinge on innovations in animal gut nutrition. The dynamic relationship between the gut microbiome and nutrient utilization plays a pivotal role in shaping methane output, feed efficiency, and overall sustainability. Advances in microbial ecology—particularly in understanding the role of gut microbiome in nutrient metabolism—are opening new pathways for mitigating emissions while enhancing productivity. These developments support the implementation of climate-smart agricultural strategies to address climate change and its impacts.

Looking ahead, continued research in this field has the potential to yield innovative solutions such as targeted probiotic supplementation, which could further optimize gut function and enhance nutrient absorption. These advancements may lead to reduced greenhouse gas emissions while improving animal health and productivity. By deepening our understanding of the animal gut microbiome, we can contribute significantly to sustainable agricultural practices that benefit both the environment and food security.

We invite researchers to contribute to this special Collection on Animal Gut Nutrition and Greenhouse Gas Mitigation. Topics of interest include but are not limited to:

- Animal Gut Microbiome and Feed Efficiency

- Greenhouse Gas Mitigation Strategies

- Rumen Fermentation Dynamics

- Nutrient Utilization in Livestock

- Probiotic Supplementation Effects

- Sustainable Livestock Production Practices

- Climate-Smart Agriculture Innovations

This Collection supports and amplifies research related to SDG 13, Climate action.

All submissions in this collection undergo the relevant journal’s standard peer review process. Similarly, all manuscripts authored by a Guest Editor(s) will be handled by the Editor-in-Chief of the relevant journal. As an open access publication, participating journals levy an article processing fee (Animal Microbiome fees, Journal of Animal Science and Biotechnology fees, Microbiome fees). We recognize that many key stakeholders may not have access to such resources and are committed to supporting participation in this issue wherever resources are a barrier. For more information about what support may be available, please visit OA funding and support, or email OAfundingpolicy@springernature.com or the Editor-in-Chief of the journal where the article is being submitted.