New research shows that a large, ubiquitous mobile genetic element changes the antagonistic weaponry of Bacteroides fragilis, a common bacterium of the human gut. Bacteria evolve rapidly in the ...

“At APC, we are committed to unravelling the many ways in which our gut microbiome impact human health, and this research ...

The types of bacteria present in the gut could influence an individual's stress response over time, according to the findings ...

Researchers using machine learning discovered that variations in microbial load in the gut, influenced by age, sex, diet, and ...

This study reveals that gut microbiota, particularly Lactobacillus species, regulate the daily rhythm of stress hormones like ...

Scientists have developed a new technology to efficiently isolate a specific subset of gut bacteria from fecal samples that are recognized by IgA antibodies. These 'IgA-coated' bacteria are associated ...

A recent study conducted in mice suggests that specific beneficial bacteria in a pregnant mother’s gut could support healthy ...

Many bacterial-linked illnesses, such as inflammatory bowel disease or colorectal cancer, are associated with an overgrowth ...

A study on mice investigating therapeutic food for malnourished children uncovers diverse functions of a newly identified gut ...

Probiotics are live microorganisms that provide health benefits when consumed in adequate amounts. Found in fermented foods ...

Bacteria evolve rapidly in the human gut by sharing genetic elements with each other. Bacteriodales is a prolific order of gut bacteria that trade hundreds of genetic elements. Little is known ...

The human equivalent of corticosterone is cortisol ... Further analysis of mice also suggested that gut bacteria influence central circadian rhythmicity. Results further indicated that gut ...