gut-brain axis

A gene therapy targeting organs beyond the brain could improve quality of life and possibly extend survival in children with the neurodegenerative disease.

Targeting a gut bacterial species or its metabolites could potentially improve diabetes management by reducing sugar preferences. 

From signaling hunger to influencing mood, the vagus nerve keeps the gut and brain in sync. 

Researchers target the gut to see if they can treat depression with fewer side effects and less stigma than current drugs.

New research is unraveling the connection between the gut microbiome and Parkinson’s disease, revealing potential gut-targeted therapeutic strategies.

Studying complex gut microbial biology reveals insights into the progression of brain disorders.