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American Society for Microbiology

·February 7, 2024·3 min read

Gut Bacteria Influences Pregnancy Immune Response

Researchers found significant links between a pregnant woman's gut microbiota and changes in her immune system. By analyzing the gut microbiota, metabolite profiles, and cytokine levels of pregnant and non-pregnant women, researchers found distinct differences indicating that specific microbes and metabolites influence the immune response during pregnancy.

Featured Neuroscience

·June 19, 2023·3 min read

Probiotics May Be Unexpected Heroes in Detoxifying Mercury in Gut

Gut microbes could be leveraged to block absorption of toxic metals, such as mercury, while promoting absorption of beneficial ones, like iron. The scientists focused on genes that enable bacteria to convert dangerous mercury into less toxic forms.

Featured Genetics Neuroscience

·April 18, 2020·3 min read

Individual genetic variation in immune system may affect severity of COVID-19

Study reveals genetic variability in the immune system could affect susceptibility to coronavirus infection and govern the severity of the disease for those infected.