Author Information
Alexandra Zhernakova is affiliated with the Department of Genetics at the University of Groningen, University Medical Center Groningen, located in Groningen, the Netherlands. Her research primarily focuses on the genetics of the human gut microbiome and its implications for health and disease.Research Contributions
Alexandra Zhernakova has made significant contributions to understanding the human gut microbiome and its interactions with various factors, including host genetics, environmental influences, and dietary habits. In 2022, she co-authored several impactful papers, such as those examining the effects of yoghurt consumption on the gut microbiome, the influence of host genetics on the gut microbiome, and the role of environmental factors in shaping gut microbiota. Her work also extends to studying the immune response in inflammatory bowel disease, HIV-linked gut dysbiosis, and the microbiome's role in stress and serotonin metabolism in irritable bowel syndrome. Zhernakova's research is well-regarded for its depth and interdisciplinary approach, combining genomics, microbiology, and clinical insights.Aliases
Alexandra Zhernakova is also known by the aliases A Zhernakova and A. Zhernakova.Publication and Citation Metrics
Metric |
Value |
Citation Count |
35,536 |
H-index |
86 |
Paper Count |
304 |