Gastroenterology, Neuroscience
John Cryan at the UCC Ireland and his colleagues reviewed the current knowledge of the influence that gut bacteria have on brain and behavior.
Industry, Video
We discussed the correlation between metabolic syndrome and synbiotic supplementation with Arrigo F. G. Cicero, professor at the University of Bologna and president of the Italian Society of Nutraceuticals.
Dermatology
The skin microbiota could help to identify who’s more at risk of developing childhood eczema through a "skin health indicator", researchers have found.
Gynecology
The vaginal microbiota can reduce a woman’s susceptibility to Chlamydia infections. A new study could lead to new strategies against STIs.
Scientific research
Scientists have discovered thousands of small proteins, which had not been identified previously. The findings, published in Cell, could help drug development.
Industry, Video
Katayoun Welin Berger, BioGaia's Vice President Operations, tells us about the activities of the company.
Endocrinology
Obesity, dietary supplements and key medications such as antidiabetics are associated with changes in gut microbiota composition, a recent study claims.
Endocrinology
A study published in the journal Science identified a specific class of gut bacteria that prevents mice from becoming obese.
Scientific research
There may be more genes in the gut and oral microbiome than previously thought, a large study of the human microbiome claims.
Gastroenterology
A study suggests the existence of a link between aging and the gut microbiota. The results may help design probiotic treatments for age-related conditions.