gut microbiota

“Good” gut microbes protect mice against Alzheimer’s disease

A study published in Science Advances suggests that optimizing the gut microbiota can inhibit the development of Alzheimer’s disease.

Breast milk transfers “good” bacteria to infants

A new study evaluates the association of multiple breast milk feeding practices with infant gut microbiota composition during a baby’s first year.

Gut microbes could help to diagnose chronic liver disease

A new study, published in Cell Metabolism, identified a microbial signature that is able to diagnose cirrhosis in people.

How gut microbes could contribute to type 2 diabetes

Researchers have found that alterations in the gut microbiota composition in prediabetic people could contribute to type 2 diabetes.

How gut-brain connections control intestinal function

A study published in Nature could help to determine how intestinal motility is regulated and understand systemic disorders related to the gut-brain axis.

Complexities of microbial gnotobiotic transfer between human and mice

A new study assessed that transplantation of human microbiota into mice durably reshapes the gut microbial community.

The role of gut microbes in autism

To examine the link between autism and gut microbes, researchers led by Anne Konkle at the University of Ottawa analyzed the recent scientific literature.

Molecules that remodel the gut microbiota reverse narrowing of arteries in mice

Researchers have developed molecules that remodel the gut microbiota to a healthier state, reducing cholesterol levels and inhibiting atherosclerosis.

Christophe Lacroix: ‘Our challenge is to culture anaerobic bacteria’

PharmaBiome has developed unique technologies to access the entire range of intestinal bacteria. We met Christophe Lacroix, Founder of Pharmabiome.

Biofilm-coated bacteria could help to treat gastrointestinal infections

Researchers have developed an approach that uses bacterial biofilms to increase the ability of the gut microbiota to survive and reside in the gastrointestinal tract.

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