A T-cell stimulatory protein and interleukin-10 synergize to prevent gut inflammation

by Jeff Hansen,University of Alabama at BirminghamCredit: CC0 Public DomainResearchers have found an unexpected synergy between a T-cell stimulatory protein—the ICOS ligand—and interleukin-10, a

Updated on: April 01,2024

A T-cell stimulatory protein and interleukin-10 synergize to prevent gut inflammation

by Jeff Hansen,University of Alabama at BirminghamCredit: CC0 Public DomainResearchers have found an unexpected synergy between a T-cell stimulatory protein—the ICOS ligand—and interleukin-10, a

Updated on:April 01,2024

Researchers identify the proteins that cause intestinal disease

by Tel-Aviv UniversityCredit: CC0 Public DomainResearchers from Tel Aviv University have created an artificial intelligence platform that can identify the specific proteins that allow bacteria to

Updated on: April 09,2024

Researchers identify the proteins that cause intestinal disease

by Tel-Aviv UniversityCredit: CC0 Public DomainResearchers from Tel Aviv University have created an artificial intelligence platform that can identify the specific proteins that allow bacteria to

Updated on:April 09,2024

FMT is effective in IBS, but having a 'super-donor' is essential, new study finds

by United European GastroenterologyThe study reported today, which involved a large cohort of patients with various subtypes of IBS, used several enhanced methodologies, and highlighted the importance

Updated on: May 06,2024

FMT is effective in IBS, but having a 'super-donor' is essential, new study finds

by United European GastroenterologyThe study reported today, which involved a large cohort of patients with various subtypes of IBS, used several enhanced methodologies, and highlighted the importance

Updated on:May 06,2024

Smart software detects early-stage esophageal cancer

by Eindhoven University of TechnologyGastrointestinal doctor Erik Schoon performing an endoscopy | On the right the monitor showing the computer results. Credit: Catharina HospitalThanks to smart

Updated on: March 12,2024

Smart software detects early-stage esophageal cancer

by Eindhoven University of TechnologyGastrointestinal doctor Erik Schoon performing an endoscopy | On the right the monitor showing the computer results. Credit: Catharina HospitalThanks to smart

Updated on:March 12,2024

Researchers find differential impacts of Blastocystis strains on gut health

by National University of SingaporeGraphical abstract. Credit:Theranostics(2023). DOI: 10.7150/thno.81583The gut microbiota contains trillions of bacteria that can promote health or c

Updated on: April 07,2024

Researchers find differential impacts of Blastocystis strains on gut health

by National University of SingaporeGraphical abstract. Credit:Theranostics(2023). DOI: 10.7150/thno.81583The gut microbiota contains trillions of bacteria that can promote health or c

Updated on:April 07,2024

How to dramatically reduce inappropriate ulcer-prevention prescriptions

by Ellen Goldbaum,University at BuffaloThis poster is one of the patient education materials developed by UB physicians in a project designed to reduce inappropriate prescribing of proton pump i

Updated on: May 26,2024

How to dramatically reduce inappropriate ulcer-prevention prescriptions

by Ellen Goldbaum,University at BuffaloThis poster is one of the patient education materials developed by UB physicians in a project designed to reduce inappropriate prescribing of proton pump i

Updated on:May 26,2024

Gut bacteria associated with animal-based diet may mitigate risk of cardiovascular disease

by Steve Lundeberg,Oregon State UniversityCredit: Veronika Kivenson of the OSU College of ScienceOregon State University researchers have found that a type of common gut bacteria sometimes assoc

Updated on: March 26,2024

Gut bacteria associated with animal-based diet may mitigate risk of cardiovascular disease

by Steve Lundeberg,Oregon State UniversityCredit: Veronika Kivenson of the OSU College of ScienceOregon State University researchers have found that a type of common gut bacteria sometimes assoc

Updated on:March 26,2024

Study finds risk for benign prostatic hyperplasia increases for patients with gout

by Elana GotkinePatients with gout, especially those younger than 60 years, have an increased risk for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), according to a studypublishedonline Dec. 26 in&nb

Updated on: March 14,2024

Study finds risk for benign prostatic hyperplasia increases for patients with gout

by Elana GotkinePatients with gout, especially those younger than 60 years, have an increased risk for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), according to a studypublishedonline Dec. 26 in&nb

Updated on:March 14,2024

Food allergies can be reversed in mice by targeting the microbiome

by American Chemical SocietyCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainAlthough many people with dietary allergies experience mild symptoms when exposed to triggering foods, some face potentially fatal con

Updated on: March 26,2024

Food allergies can be reversed in mice by targeting the microbiome

by American Chemical SocietyCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainAlthough many people with dietary allergies experience mild symptoms when exposed to triggering foods, some face potentially fatal con

Updated on:March 26,2024

Modified yeast used to treat common bacterial intestinal infection

by Bob Yirka , Medical XpressA medical illustration of Clostridioides difficile bacteria, formerly known as Clostridium difficile, presented in the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) pub

Updated on: March 28,2024

Modified yeast used to treat common bacterial intestinal infection

by Bob Yirka , Medical XpressA medical illustration of Clostridioides difficile bacteria, formerly known as Clostridium difficile, presented in the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) pub

Updated on:March 28,2024

COVID-19 is associated with an increased risk of developing gastrointestinal disorders, shows study

by Università di BolognaHospital Anxiety and Depression Scale (HADS) at 6 and 12 months among controls and patients with COVID-19 diagnosis. Credit:Gut(2022). DOI: 10.1136/gutjnl-2022-3284

Updated on: April 02,2024

COVID-19 is associated with an increased risk of developing gastrointestinal disorders, shows study

by Università di BolognaHospital Anxiety and Depression Scale (HADS) at 6 and 12 months among controls and patients with COVID-19 diagnosis. Credit:Gut(2022). DOI: 10.1136/gutjnl-2022-3284

Updated on:April 02,2024

Investigators uncover small molecule to engineer intestinal cell types

by Brigham and Women's HospitalPaneth cells (red) within a small intestinal organoid treated with Xpo1 inhibitor. Credit: Benjamin Mead and Jeff KarpInvestigators at the Brigham and the Broad

Updated on: April 07,2024

Investigators uncover small molecule to engineer intestinal cell types

by Brigham and Women's HospitalPaneth cells (red) within a small intestinal organoid treated with Xpo1 inhibitor. Credit: Benjamin Mead and Jeff KarpInvestigators at the Brigham and the Broad

Updated on:April 07,2024