Cat might alter the gut microbiota of their owners

The influence of cat ownership on gut microbiota function may affect the health of the owner. A new study published in PlosOne claims.

Microbiome Insights Laboratory receives accreditation from the College of American Pathologists

The 3rd Edition Marketsandmarkets Next Gen Microbiome and Probiotics - Virtual Conference, scheduled to be held on 25th and 26th February 2021 will go live to unite global industry attendees…

Bacteria in fetal tissues create immune memory against microbial threats

A new study published in Cell claims that microbes are present in fetal tissues and they can prime the fetal immune system, creating a “microbial memory”.

International travel may contribute to the spread of antibiotic resistance

A new study published in Genome Medicine suggests that international travel poses a high risk by favoring the global spread of antimicrobial resistance.

Dispersal strategies determine for how long bacteria persist in the gut

A new study published in Cell Host & Microbe illustrates how different dispersal strategies can allow bacteria to persist in the human gut.

High-fat diet is linked to changes in gut microbiota, development of antibiotic tolerance

A high-fat diet is associated with changes in the gut microbiota and microbial metabolites. These changes seem impair antibiotic efficacy.

The novel precision probiotic strain Hafnia alvei HA4597® is found effective to improve weight loss in overweight adults

Hafnia alvei HA4597® produces ClpB, a protein that acts through molecular mimicry of the satiety hormone alpha-MSH and regulates appetite.

Largest-ever survey of urban microbes finds that each city has its unique microbiota

A new study published in Cell could help to detect infection outbreaks and study the distribution of antibiotic-resistant microbes in different urban areas.

Pea flour could restore gut microbes, help malnourished children to gain weight

Cowpea-based foods protect the gut microbiota, helping malnourished children to grow stronger. A new study published in Cell Reports Medicine claims.

Immune cells on skin help to maintain a healthy microbiota

Immune cells called group 2 innate lymphoid cells (ILC2s) are responsible for triggering a response when bacteria and viruses breach the skin.

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