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Research Project: Impact of Maternal Influence and Early Dietary Factors on Child Growth, Development, and Metabolic Health

Location: Microbiome and Metabolism Research

Title: Microbiome and Metabolism Research Unit: Bench to Community

Author
item Yeruva, Laxmi

Submitted to: Meeting Abstract
Publication Type: Abstract Only
Publication Acceptance Date: 5/9/2024
Publication Date: N/A
Citation: N/A

Interpretive Summary:

Technical Abstract: Microbiome and Metabolism Research Unit (MMRU) conducts innovative research, training, and engagement to advance understanding of how parental-child diet, nutrition, and physical activity optimize development. Our vision is to enhance parental and child health through the science of food, nutrition, and physical activity. To address our research questions, scientists at MMRU leverage clinical studies, animal models, in vitro cell culture and statistical modeling. Germ-free mouse model is one of the tools used in our research. Data from two different microbiota studies leveraging the germ-free mouse model will be discussed. This model helped us demonstrate the role of microbiota on gut health and immune response.