gut microbiota
Scientific research
The gut microbiota could determine how we respond to drugs. The findings, published in Nature, could lead to ways of making medications work better.
Neuroscience
Modulating the gut microbiota may help to ease anxiety, according to a study published in General Psychiatry.
Neuroscience
According to a new study published in The Journal of Experimental Medicine, antibiotic treatment reduces Alzheimer’s disease symptoms.
Events, Dermatology
Imbalances of microbes, which are normally present on the skin, are one of the main subjects raised during the 24thCongress of Dermatology.
Allergology, Pediatrics
Rates of food allergy in children are spiking and it’s not certain why this increase in prevalence has occurred. The gut microbiome could play a role.
Scientific research
A study conducted at MIT, published in Cell Host & Microbe, investigated the role of adaptive mutations in the gut microbiome of healthy people.
Gynecology
Obesity could affect pregnancy, researchers say. A new study may shed light on the link between maternal obesity and metabolic conditions in the progeny.
Endocrinology, Pediatrics
The infant gut microbiota may have the potential to help identify children at risk for obesity. These are the conclusions of a study published in mBio.
Oncology, Video
The relationship between bacteria and cancer is more and more investigated. We discuss it with Laurence Zitvogel, oncologist at the Institut Gustave Roussy.
Neuroscience
According to a recent study, the gut microbiota could determine remittance or pro-inflammatory conditions in multiple sclerosis.