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    Gut microbiome may be the link to gluten sensitivity without celiac disease

    2026-02-17T10:49:00Z

    Researchers found that after antibiotic treatment, mice exposed to gluten had changes in the bacteria living in the gut. These shifts in bacteria types altered how they processed carbohydrates, fats and sugars which may influence how these nutrients are recognized by the immune system. 

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    Mike Goodfellow: a passion for Actinobacteria and an outstanding mentor

    2024-06-25T08:27:00Z

    Applied Microbiology International has paid tribute to Professor Mike Goodfellow, who died on March 8 2024 at the age of 83 following a short illness. 

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    Scientists develop new coral disease forecasting system

    2024-05-31T11:13:00Z

    Research has led to a new tool for forecasting coral disease that could help conservationists step in at the right times with key interventions. It can help end users detect early changes in the environment and better protect coral reef ecosystems.

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    Child IBD risk linked to antibiotics and diet

    2023-05-07T05:01:00Z

    Children and adolescents face greater risk of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) when exposed to antibiotics or a Western diet at early ages, or when their family has higher socioeconomic status, according to a study being presented today at Digestive Disease Week® (DDW) 2023. “Pediatric IBD cases are ...