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A study from Lund University found that intestinal bacteria can accelerate the development of Alzheimer's disease in mice. The researchers discovered a direct causal link between gut bacteria and the disease, suggesting that modulating the gut microbiota through diet and probiotics could prevent or delay its onset.
A study led by UT Southwestern Medical Center researchers uncovered molecular pathways behind gut bacterial imbalance during inflammatory episodes. The findings provide insights into developing new prevention and treatment strategies for conditions like IBD, colorectal cancers, and gastrointestinal infections.
A new study has found that faecal bacterial profiles can be used to predict which IBS patients are most likely to benefit from a low-FODMAP diet. The research identified differences in gut bacteria composition between those who responded and did not respond to the diet.
Researchers discovered highly diverse bacterial populations in raw milk arriving at dairy facilities, with a core microbiota of 29 taxa. The study found that processing facility environment influences microbial composition, leading to spoilage issues or defects in products like cheese.
Research reveals specific gut microbiota imbalances contribute to insulin resistance, a precursor to type 2 diabetes. The study identified two bacteria, Prevotella copri and Bacteroides vulgatus, as key drivers of BCAA production, leading to insulin resistance in mice.
Researchers discovered that Pseudomonas aeruginosa can multiply within human fluids from burn wounds, leading to increased virulence factors. Exudates from burns contain immune molecules and enzymes that favor P. aeruginosa growth, making it difficult to treat infections.
Researchers at the University of Missouri have discovered a unique microbiome in the male reproductive tract that harbors harmful bacteria, which may negatively influence reproductive function and health. The bacteria found in this microbiome may pass from father to offspring, programming later disease risk such as obesity.
Researchers found that metformin treatment leads to favourable changes in gut microbiota, increasing the production of health-promoting short-chain fatty acids. However, other antidiabetic drugs showed no impact on gut bacteria, contradicting previous research findings.
Researchers found that an impaired immune system alters the composition of gut bacteria and affects its evolutionary pace. The study suggests personalized therapies based on individual gut bacteria composition may be more effective than generalist treatments for inflammatory bowel disease.
Researchers found that early life stress can alter gut microbiota, leading to anxiety and depression-like behavior. Transplanting stressed mice with altered bacteria into germ-free mice showed the bacteria's impact on host behavior, highlighting the complex interaction between gut microbiota and its host.
A research team led by Professor Ronnie N. Glud will investigate how life exists at extreme depths and its impact on the global carbon cycle. The team will use underwater robots to collect samples and measure microbial activity in three deep-sea trenches.
Research finds that bacterial communication through autoinducer-2 can restore balance of gut microbiota after antibiotic treatment. The study suggests using bacteria's own language to control and exploit beneficial microbes in the human gut.
A new study reveals that changes in the gut microbiota occur early in diabetes development, with beneficial bacteria more prevalent in those maintaining stable blood sugar control. The research suggests a link between gut bacteria and metabolic health, potentially informing strategies to prevent or manage Type 2 diabetes.
Researchers from Loyola University Chicago found bacteria in the bladders of healthy women, challenging the common belief that normal urine is sterile. The study also revealed differences in bladder bacteria between healthy women and those with overactive bladder (OAB), which may contribute to OAB symptoms.
Bacterial community composition at two beaches shows distinct differences but also similarities, suggesting regional human impact variations. Higher bacterial diversity at one site indicates better ecological health and resiliency to sewage contamination.
A new model from Uppsala University predicts how bacteria can rapidly adapt to environmental changes through smart regulation of gene expression. The study shows the ultimate limit for bacterial protein level adjustments in response to changing environments.
A new study reveals triclosan is fueling the development of resistant bacteria in streams and rivers, disrupting native bacterial communities and potentially diminishing the usefulness of important antibiotics. Urban sites are most impacted by high levels of triclosan pollution from combined sewer overflows.
A recent study published in Nature found that approximately 1 in 4 individuals have fewer than average intestinal bacteria, leading to reduced diversity and increased inflammation. This lack of gut bacteria is associated with a higher risk of obesity, type 2 diabetes, and cardiovascular diseases.
A new study published in BMC Microbiology reveals that children with eczema have a more diverse set of bacteria in their guts than healthy children. The types of bacteria present were also more typical of adult gut microbes, suggesting an early change towards adult-type bacteria may be a risk factor for eczema.
Scientists have discovered a new antibiotic principle that selectively blocks the thioredoxin system in bacterial cells, making certain bacteria vulnerable to inhibition. This mechanism could potentially treat conditions like stomach ulcers, TB, and MRSA, providing a new solution for combating antibiotic-resistant infections.
A Norwegian study found that triclosan exposure in children is associated with elevated IgE levels and rhinitis. Triclosan has been linked to an increased risk of developing allergies due to its ability to change bacterial flora on the skin, in the mouth, and in the intestines.
A study by University of Illinois researchers found that the gut microbiome composition of growing kittens differs depending on their diet, with high-protein diets linked to lower levels of health-promoting bacteria. Conversely, moderate-protein diets were associated with higher levels of beneficial bacteria, potentially promoting bett...
A study published in Nature reveals that people with type 2 diabetes have a high level of pathogens in their intestines, which can increase resistance to certain medicines. The research also identifies biological indicators that could be used for faster and earlier diagnosis of the disease.
A study by University of Minnesota researchers found that antimicrobial growth promoters in swine alter intestinal bacteria composition, leading to accelerated growth and development. The findings suggest a possible alternative to antibiotics in animal production without compromising animal health.
Researchers identified four types of bacterial communities in healthy adults at 10 sites along the digestive tract. They found a core set of metabolic genes present throughout, suggesting common functions needed for bacterial communities living on mucosal surfaces.
Research finds that caesarean section delivery may double the risk of subsequent childhood obesity, with higher levels of Firmicutes bacteria and lower Bacteroides bacteria in the guts of children born via c-section. This association is thought to influence energy extraction from diets, insulin resistance, inflammation, and fat deposits.
A study suggests that eating pistachios can increase beneficial bacteria in the gut, potentially supporting digestive health. Researchers found a stronger effect on gut microbiota composition in those who ate pistachios compared to almonds.
Researchers at Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine found bacteria in the bladders of some healthy women, challenging the common belief that normal urine is sterile. The study also revealed that standard urine collection methods can be contaminated by vaginal bacteria.
Researchers recreate pyrite, dubbed fool's gold, to study geological events and gain insight into the Great Oxygenation Event. Bacteria's influence on early composition of pyrite is disputed, providing a clearer picture of the process.
A study by Caroline Karlsson found that rats fed a specific lactic acid bacteria HEAL19 had significantly less weight and inflammation compared to those without the bacteria. Additionally, babies born vaginally have lactobacilli in their gut flora as early as two days after birth.
Researchers found a richer bacterial community in asthmatic patients' airways compared to healthy individuals, with increased diversity and specific organisms correlated with sensitivity. The study suggests new treatment approaches for asthma and may shed light on the role of microbiota in other diseases.
Researchers at Kiel University found a unique antibacterial peptide in Hydra embryo that prevents benign bacteria from colonizing. This mechanism helps protect the embryo and potentially other organisms, altering the composition of bacterial colonization in adults as well.
Researchers found that Saharan dust inputs favor SAR11 bacteria over Prochlorococcus, potentially altering oceanic communities. Dust nutrients like iron boost phytoplankton growth and influence bacterial populations.
Studies found correlations between specific bacterial groups and obesity, as well as genetic variations affecting gut diversity. These results could lead to individualized probiotic or antibiotic treatments for obesity.
Researchers found significant differences in salivary bacteria populations between overweight women and non-overweight women, with a single species Selenomanas noxia linked to over 98% of cases. The study suggests oral bacteria may be related to obesity pathology.
Researchers at the University of Nottingham created artificial polymer vesicles that can communicate with bacterial cells using sugar groups. These vesicles transfer information to the cells in the form of dye molecules, opening possibilities for targeted drug delivery and treatment.
A recent study published in Environmental Microbiology found methylotrophic bacteria present in the mouths of healthy volunteers and those with gum disease, but no association between bacterial levels and bad breath. The discovery may lead to a natural way of reducing smelly breath and feet.
Recent analysis of Mars data from the Mars Pathfinder Mission suggests that the C1 carbonaceous chondrite standard is incorrect, with Mars exhibiting a distinct elemental composition. This contradicts previous assumptions about the terrestrial planets' formation and density variations.