Ocean microbes keep the planet healthy by cycling nutrients and capturing carbon, but a detailed and precise map of where … More
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Criticism of Autism-Gut Microbiome Research Sparks Pushback
Some scientists argued that autism-gut microbiome research is rife with conceptual and methodological flaws, from mouse to human studies. Microbiome … More
The path to treating Parkinson’s disease begins in the gut
New research is unraveling the connection between the gut microbiome and Parkinson’s disease, revealing potential gut-targeted therapeutic strategies. Drug Discovery … More
Gut microbes may predict the effectiveness of anthelminthic drugs
Pre-screening of the gut microbiome may lead to a more personalized approach to treating intestinal parasitic worm infections, leading to … More
A microbial signal from the gut promotes obesity
Gut microbes produce a metabolite that inhibits the conversion of fatty acids into energy and leads to weight gain in … More
Animal microbiomes hold the key to new antifungals
From sea squirts to ants to opossums on the side of the road, the bacteria that live in animal microbiomes … More
Marathon runners get a boost from the bacteria in their guts
The secret to a healthier life may lie in the guts of elite athletes. Scientists who studied marathon runners discovered … More
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