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Epsilon toxin-producing Clostridium perfringens colonize the gut of multiple sclerosis patients

ETX-producing C. perfringens strains are biologically plausible pathogens in MS that trigger inflammatory demyelination.

Human gut bacteria produce Th17-modulating bile acid metabolites

During MicrobiotaMI congress we discussed with Jun Huh, Associate Professor at Harvard University, about the research on microbiome.

Gut microbes sway how people with lymphoma respond to immunotherapy

The findings of a recent study identified microbiota signatures that may allow clinicians to predict the outcomes of CAR-T immunotherapy.

Gut bacteria Parabacteroides Distasonis: a new hope for the treatment of inflammatory arthritis

The findings of a recent study reveal that P. distasonis and its metabolites could be promising candidates for treating RA.

Gut microbiome affects tumor regression of oncolytic adenovirus-treated melanoma

Microbiomepost discussed with Lorella Tripodi, University Federico II of Naples, about the research she is working with her colleagues.

A mother’s diet can change the infant microbiota, prevent respiratory infection

Diet-induced changes in the gut microbiota confer protection against respiratory infections by regulating the development of key components of the immune system.

How the sex hormone-gut microbiome axis influences tumor immunotherapy

Numerous evidences demonstrate the involvement of the sex hormone-gut microbiome axis in regulating the antitumor efficacy of ICIs.

The most promising future application of microbiome science discussed at MicrobiotaMI congress

Microbiomepost discussed with Nicasio Mancini about the role of gut microbiome in immune response and in the antibiotic resistance.

How a common bacterium colonizes the gut

The findings of a recent study suggest that other gut microbes use liquid-liquid phase separation to colonize the gut, opening the way for new microbiota-based clinical applications.

Some gut microbes are associated with depression in premenopausal women

The findings of a recent study suggest that estradiol-degrading bacteria could be therapeutic targets for treating depression in some women.

Microbiota regulation of viral infections through interferon signalling

Microbiomepost discussed with Vanessa Harris during the MicrobiotaMI congress 2023 about viral interaction with gut microbiome.

Microbial metabolite may damage the DNA of gut stem cells

The findings of a recent study suggest that tilimycin-producing bacteria can cause genetic mutations in the colon and increase a person’s susceptibility to disease.

How the microbiome-gut-brain axis impacts social cognition and craving in young binge drinkers

The study reveals a connection between gut microbiome changes and the most prevalent form of alcohol misuse in adolescence, occurring even before the onset of addiction.

How does Probi® Osteo work?

Watch the mode of action video to understand how this solution works to positively affect the natural balance between bone formation and bone resorption.

MicrobiotaMi 2023 highlights

Maria Rescigno, professor at Humanitas University, discusses with MicrobioomePost what emerged at MicrobiotaMI congress 2023.

Immune cells may shuttle beneficial gut microbes to boost anticancer responses

The findings of a new study shed light on a general mechanism by which gut bacteria may influence anti-cancer immune responses.

Babies receive microbes from their mothers through multiple routes

The findings of a new study suggest that mothers transmit bacteria to their infants through multiple routes — a process that ensures that babies receive essential microbes.

A gut microbe can promote growth in mice

The findings of a new study suggest that providing at-risk populations with NOD2 ligands or probiotic bacteria that release high levels of NOD2-activating molecules may help to treat undernutrition.

Microbiota-derived metabolite may help combat pancreatic cancer

The findings of a new study suggest that the microbial metabolite 3-IAA could help to treat PDAC.

The impact of gut microbiome on child mental health

Collaborative initiatives would be needed to detect subtle associations and understand the role of the gut microbiome in the development of psychiatric symptoms over time.

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