All Gut Microbiome articles
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NewsBreakthrough discovery uses gut bacteria and AI to diagnose a chronic pain syndrome
Scientists have developed AI technology that can detect patterns in gut bacteria to identify complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS) with remarkable accuracy, potentially transforming how CRPS is diagnosed and treated.
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NewsFood as medicine: How diet shapes gut microbiome health
New research shows how mice fed a Western-style diet are not able to rebuild a ‘healthy’, diverse gut microbiome following antibiotic treatment. These mice were also more susceptible to infection by pathogens like Salmonella.
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NewsInvasive rats and rainforest mammals are sharing gut microbes as urban areas grow
As urban development continues to creep further into Earth’s oldest and most diverse rainforests, a study reveals native and invasive small mammals aren’t just adapting to their changing habitats—they may also be sharing their microbes.
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NewsConsumption of ultra-processed foods by children up to one year old favors harmful bacteria in the gut
Analysis of the gut microbiota of more than 700 babies also showed that breastfeeding was a protective factor, mitigating the problem in those who consumed industrialized products. The study underscores the importance of breastfeeding.
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NewsResearch advances on ‘displacing’ antibiotic resistance gene from bacteria
Scientists have identified essential genetic code for a method called plasmid curing, which aims to ‘displace’ antibiotic resistance genes from bacteria.
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NewsScientists uncover the link between ‘good’ gut bacteria and rheumatoid arthritis
After spending years tracing the origin and migration pattern of an unusual type of immune cell in mice, researchers have shown how activity of “good” microbes in the gut is linked to rheumatoid arthritis and, potentially, other autoimmune diseases.
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NewsA digestive ‘treasure chest’ shows promise for targeted drug treatment in the gut
A new approach to drug design can deliver medicine directly to the gut in mice at significantly lower doses than current inflammatory bowel disease treatments.
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NewsA symbiotic gut fungus wards off liver disease in mice
Researchers have found a new ally in the fight against a serious liver disease: a symbiotic gut-dwelling fungus that produces a molecule shown to be capable of reversing disease progression in mice.
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NewsDesigner microbe shows promise for reducing mercury absorption from seafood
Scientists who inserted DNA-encoding methylmercury detoxification enzymes into the genome of an abundant human gut bacterium found it detoxified methylmercury in the gut of mice and dramatically reduced the amount that reached other tissues.
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NewsProtein sources change the gut microbiome – some drastically
A new study shows that protein sources in an animal’s diet can have major effects on both the population and function of the gut microbiome. The two largest effects of dietary protein were on amino acid metabolism and complex sugar degradation.
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NewsBacteria’s mysterious viruses can fan flames of antibiotic damage, according to new model
Researchers built a model that allows them to diminish phage communities from a mouse gut microbiome — and then bring them back — without affecting the bacteria. A test run found evidence that phages may increase gut bacteria’s sensitivity to antibiotics.
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NewsOpen benchmarking of CycloneSeq™ for complete bacterial genomes
Benchmark data and analysis of new CycloneSEQ using novel nanopore sequencing technology demonstrates the ability to sequence complete bacterial genomes.
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NewsFrequent use of antibiotics in infants and young children may increase risk for asthma, allergies and other conditions
Researchers have found that repeated antibiotic use before age 2 is associated with a higher risk for asthma, food allergies and hay fever later in life. These findings also applied to siblings who had different experiences with antibiotics.
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NewsGut microbes release cancer-fighting bile acids that block hormone signals
Bacteria naturally present in the human intestine can transform cholesterol-derived bile acids into powerful metabolites that strengthen anti-cancer immunity by blocking androgen signaling, according to a preclinical study.
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NewsResearchers unravel the gut health benefits of sauerkraut - and shop-bought is just as good
A new study suggests that sauerkraut could help protect your gut, which is an essential part of overall health, supporting digestion and protecting against illness.
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NewsResearchers explore gut microbiota’s role in sleep apnea in new review
A new scientific review highlights emerging connections between gut health and sleep apnea, pointing to potential new therapeutic approaches for managing this common and serious disorder.
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NewsScientists find a gut-brain link that may affect behavior in children with autism
A new study suggests that gut imbalances in children with autism may create an imbalance of metabolites in the digestive system — ultimately disrupting neurotransmitter production and influencing behavioral symptoms.
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NewsResearchers reach poo-romising frontier in fecal microbiota transplantation
Recent research suggests that fecal microbiota transplantation could play a pivotal role in the eradication of Helicobacter pylori, either as a monotherapy or an adjunct to conventional treatments.
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NewsGut microbes could one day be deployed to tackle sleepless nights: review
Personalized pre/probiotic treatments could someday be used to support healthy sleep through stressful exam periods and menopause, a new review suggests.
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NewsBad breath, bad news: how gum disease could worsen liver conditions
A review discusses the close association of oral health and liver diseases, since oral pathogens and their factors can translocate to liver through the gastrointestinal tract and exacerbate chronic liver conditions in multiple ways, as supported by animal and clinical studies.