Abstract

The file Microplastics_Exacerbate_ProteobacteriaColonization_LargeIntestine_Data.ods contains a comprehensive data related to the impact of microplastics (MPs) on gut microbiota composition, specifically focusing on the colonization of Proteobacteria in the large intestine. This dataset provides crucial insights into how microplastics influence microbial populations, including both beneficial and detrimental microbes, as well as correlations between different variables. The file contains the following data: (1) raw concentration data of microplastics (MPs) detected in the study. It includes detailed measurements of MP levels across different conditions, serving as the foundation for assessing their impact on gut microbiota. These data are essential for understanding the extent of MP exposure and its potential biological effects; (2) data on the abundance of beneficial microbes in the large intestine, an overview of how key gut-friendly bacterial populations respond to microplastic exposure, helping to evaluate whether MPs disrupt the balance of health-promoting microbes and to what extent their presence is altered under different experimental conditions; (3) data on the abundance of detrimental microbes, particularly those associated with gut dysbiosis and inflammation. The data highlights how microplastic exposure correlates with an increase in potentially harmful bacterial taxa, including Proteobacteria, which have been linked to gut health disorders; (4) data from correlation analyses, exploring relationships between microplastic concentration, microbial composition, and other relevant variables. These correlations provide valuable insights into how MPs might be driving changes in gut microbiota, whether through direct interactions or indirect environmental modifications. This dataset serves as a critical resource for understanding the role of microplastics in shaping gut microbial ecosystems. By analyzing these data, researchers can gain deeper insights into the potential risks associated with MP exposure and its implications for gut health.