The Role of the Microbiome in Human Health The human microbiome plays an important role in many aspects of human health, from digestion and immunity to neurological function and disease. For this contest, students are invited to explore a specific aspect of the microbiome and its influence on human health. Participants should select a focused research question within this theme and communicate the relevant scientific evidence, current understanding, and broader implications to an informed, non-specialist audience. Email your writing to ecbiologyclub@emmanuel.edu by November 20 at 9:00 pm. Top 3 winners will get prizes!!