Research shows stimulating tuft cell production reverses intestinal inflammation

by Marissa Shapiro,Vanderbilt UniversityRestoration of the finger-like architecture of the intestine upon tuft cell stimulation in Crohn’s disease model (left) untreated, (right) treated. Arrows

Updated on: April 20,2024

Research shows stimulating tuft cell production reverses intestinal inflammation

by Marissa Shapiro,Vanderbilt UniversityRestoration of the finger-like architecture of the intestine upon tuft cell stimulation in Crohn’s disease model (left) untreated, (right) treated. Arrows

Updated on:April 20,2024

New study unveils the novel factor FGF18 as a pivotal driver of liver fibrosis

by Toho UniversityIn response to various injuries, TGFb is released from different types of cells, such as macrophages engulfing apoptotic hepatocytes. Then, TGFb induces the production of FGF18 in HS

Updated on: January 24,2024

New study unveils the novel factor FGF18 as a pivotal driver of liver fibrosis

by Toho UniversityIn response to various injuries, TGFb is released from different types of cells, such as macrophages engulfing apoptotic hepatocytes. Then, TGFb induces the production of FGF18 in HS

Updated on:January 24,2024

Study links stress to Crohn's disease flare-ups

by McMaster UniversityFormer McMaster post-doctoral researcher Ryan Shaler, left, and professor Brian Coombes work together in the lab. Credit: McMaster UniversityA possible link between psycholo

Updated on: April 20,2024

Study links stress to Crohn's disease flare-ups

by McMaster UniversityFormer McMaster post-doctoral researcher Ryan Shaler, left, and professor Brian Coombes work together in the lab. Credit: McMaster UniversityA possible link between psycholo

Updated on:April 20,2024

Study sheds light on how IBD can develop

by University of California - RiversideDeclan McCole is a biomedical scientist and IBD expert at the University of California, Riverside. Credit: UC Riverside School of Medicine.Inflammatory bowe

Updated on: March 13,2024

Study sheds light on how IBD can develop

by University of California - RiversideDeclan McCole is a biomedical scientist and IBD expert at the University of California, Riverside. Credit: UC Riverside School of Medicine.Inflammatory bowe

Updated on:March 13,2024

Novel method facilitates genetic studies of the function and diseases of the intestinal epithelium

by Kerstin Wagner, Leibniz-Institut für Alternsforschung - Fritz-Lipmann-Institut e.V. (FLI)Lentiviral injection of E8.0 mouse embryos achieves stable targeting of intestinal epithelium in adult mice.

Updated on: April 29,2024

Novel method facilitates genetic studies of the function and diseases of the intestinal epithelium

by Kerstin Wagner, Leibniz-Institut für Alternsforschung - Fritz-Lipmann-Institut e.V. (FLI)Lentiviral injection of E8.0 mouse embryos achieves stable targeting of intestinal epithelium in adult mice.

Updated on:April 29,2024

Got GERD? eat this way to help avoid symptoms

by Dennis ThompsonSome folks feasting this holiday have to contend with gastroesophageal reflux disease, also known as GERD.In fact, about one-third of the population is affected by this chronic condi

Updated on: January 24,2024

Got GERD? eat this way to help avoid symptoms

by Dennis ThompsonSome folks feasting this holiday have to contend with gastroesophageal reflux disease, also known as GERD.In fact, about one-third of the population is affected by this chronic condi

Updated on:January 24,2024

New drug shows real promise against celiac disease

by Amy NortonAn experimental drug can prevent intestinal damage caused by celiac disease, an early trial has found—raising hopes that it could become the first medication for the serious digestive dis

Updated on: April 24,2024

New drug shows real promise against celiac disease

by Amy NortonAn experimental drug can prevent intestinal damage caused by celiac disease, an early trial has found—raising hopes that it could become the first medication for the serious digestive dis

Updated on:April 24,2024

Visceral surgery: Gut bacteria aggravate adhesions after abdominal surgery

by Inselspital, Bern University HospitalCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainA multidisciplinary international research team led by Prof. Daniel Candinas and Prof. Deborah Stroka at Inselspital and the Un

Updated on: May 28,2024

Visceral surgery: Gut bacteria aggravate adhesions after abdominal surgery

by Inselspital, Bern University HospitalCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainA multidisciplinary international research team led by Prof. Daniel Candinas and Prof. Deborah Stroka at Inselspital and the Un

Updated on:May 28,2024

Even the fetus has gut bacteria, study shows

by Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of ChicagoCredit: CC0 Public DomainA study in humans and mice demonstrated that a fetus has its own microbiome, or communities of bacteria liv

Updated on: April 20,2024

Even the fetus has gut bacteria, study shows

by Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of ChicagoCredit: CC0 Public DomainA study in humans and mice demonstrated that a fetus has its own microbiome, or communities of bacteria liv

Updated on:April 20,2024

Uncovering the links between diet, gut health and immunity

by University of SydneyModel of high protein diet in the induction of sIgA response. High protein diet feeding promotes succinate production by the gut microbiota. High levels of luminal succinat

Updated on: June 08,2024

Uncovering the links between diet, gut health and immunity

by University of SydneyModel of high protein diet in the induction of sIgA response. High protein diet feeding promotes succinate production by the gut microbiota. High levels of luminal succinat

Updated on:June 08,2024

Recommendations updated for management of celiac disease

by Elana GotkineIn clinical guidelines published in the January issue of theAmerican Journal of Gastroenterology, updated recommendations are presented for the evaluation and management of patie

Updated on: March 12,2024

Recommendations updated for management of celiac disease

by Elana GotkineIn clinical guidelines published in the January issue of theAmerican Journal of Gastroenterology, updated recommendations are presented for the evaluation and management of patie

Updated on:March 12,2024

Stents inspired by paper-cutting art can deliver drugs to the GI tract

by Massachusetts Institute of TechnologyThe device has two key elements -- a soft, stretchy tube made of silicone-based rubber, and a plastic coating etched with needles that pop up when the tube

Updated on: May 21,2024

Stents inspired by paper-cutting art can deliver drugs to the GI tract

by Massachusetts Institute of TechnologyThe device has two key elements -- a soft, stretchy tube made of silicone-based rubber, and a plastic coating etched with needles that pop up when the tube

Updated on:May 21,2024