Science News
Gastroenterology, Neuroscience
A study revealed a link between gut microbiota composition and brain development in preterm infants, suggesting that specific bacteria and their metabolites can influence neurodevelopment.
Gastroenterology, Immunology
The findings of a recent study suggest that while T. musculis can worsen asthma, it might also help the body fight off infections, offering potential for new treatments targeting the…
Dermatology
The skin can independently generate immune responses to control the microbiota and prevent infections, without relying on other immune centers.
Gastroenterology, Cardiology
Nicola Segata, from University of Trento, investigates the intricate links between diet, microbiome composition, and cardiometabolic outcomes.
Pediatrics, Otolaryngology
The findings suggest that the microbial communities inhabiting an infant’s nose and throat can play a role in the severity of RSV infections.
Scientific research
The findings suggest that bHB could be a therapeutic alternative to a ketogenic diet. The results also highlight the protective role of the gut microbiota and its metabolites in autoimmune…
Gastroenterology, Pediatrics
Clara Delaroque, from Institut Pasteur (France), emphasizes the critical interplay between early-life microbiota and host health, specifically how the use of common food additives impacts the susceptibility to diseases later…
Oncology
The presence of specific microbes in the gut microbiota can serve as biomarkers for predicting the efficacy of immunotherapy.
Gastroenterology
By suggesting that the diversity and variety of microbial species play a big role in whether the transplanted microbes can successfully colonize a recipient’s gut, the findings could pave the…
Gastroenterology, Video
Raphaëlle Bourdet-Sicard from Danone Nutricia Research discusses a study which investigates the use of a mixed prebiotic formulation to enhance iron absorption while mitigating adverse effects on gut microbiota.
Gastroenterology
Targeting L-kynurenine metabolism could be a therapeutic strategy for managing Crohn’s disease.
Gastroenterology, Pediatrics
The findings suggest that the composition of the gut microbiota in early life is not a key factor in obesity risk.
Neuroscience
New research has now uncovered differences in the gut microbiota composition between people with the condition and those without.
Gastroenterology, Video
Professor Maria Rescigno explores the critical role of the gut microbiota in maintaining intestinal barrier integrity and its implications for health.
Oncology
Specific gut microbiota features correlate with better responses to immunotherapy in people with melanoma.
Video, Events
Nathalie Maria Delzenne from Université Catholique de Louvain (Belgium) explains how gut microbiota and systemic inflammation impact cravings and depressive symptoms in affected individuals.
Scientific research
Including microbial load in microbiota studies can help researchers better understand how gut bacteria influence diseases, leading to more accurate diagnoses and effective treatments.
Gastroenterology, Pediatrics
The findings highlight the importance of maintaining a healthy microbiota after EEN and suggest that personalized dietary approaches can help induce remission for children with Crohn’s disease.
Gastroenterology, Events
Konstantinos Paraskevopoulos (European Food Security Autority, EFSA) underscores the importance of microbiome data in assessing the safety of food and feed products across the agri-food chain.
Neuroscience, Scientific research
The findings suggest that gut microbes and LPC are potential therapeutic targets for Alzheimer's disease.