Scientific research
The gut microbiota differs between ethnic groups, a study led by Andrew Brooks at Vanderbilt University in Nashville and published in PLOS Biology claims.
Scientific research
Thanks to advanced computational tools, scientists have identified nearly 2,000 new species of gut bacteria. A step towards understanding the microbiota.
Neuroscience
Some gut bacteria might influence mood and prevent depression, according to a new study published in Nature Biotechnology.
Gastroenterology, Gynecology
MetaboGen is active in the field of live biotherapeutic products and on the study of liver diseases. We discussed their approach with Sara Malcus, CEO of the company.
Pediatrics
According to a new study, the microbiota of breast milk depends on whether the milk is pumped or fed to an infant directly from the breast.
Scientific research
An Italian study published in Cell has identified over 5,000 new species of bacteria and archaea belonging to the human microbiota.
Industry, Scientific research
New technologies such as the analysis of the "aquatic microbiota" allow to dig deeply into the microbiome chemistry. We discuss this approach with Ross Youngs, CEO of Biosortia.
Gastroenterology
Drug assumption activates metabolic reactions both in the host and its gut microbiota. A study quantified the bacterial impact.
Gynecology, Video
Prof. Lars Engstrand from the Karolinska Institutet, in Stockholm, Sweden, explains how studying the vaginal microbiota could impact on reproductive medicine.
Healthcare professionals area, Infectiology
A Swiss study suggests that some specific nose bacteria are related to the duration of colds and cough in children.