Parabacteroides distasonis is the type strain for the genus Parabacteroides, a group of gram-
negative anaerobic bacteria that commonly colonize the gastrointestinal tract of numerous …

In the last decade, emerging evidence has reported correlations between the gut
microbiome and human health and disease, including those affecting the brain. We …

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by
heterogeneous cognitive, behavioral and communication impairments. Disruption of the gut …

The high neuroactive potential of metabolites produced by gut microbes has gained traction
over the last few years, with metagenomic-based studies suggesting an important role of …

Objective The gut microbiota has been suggested to play a role in autism spectrum disorder
(ASD). We postulate that children with ASD harbour an altered developmental profile of the …

Depression is a global threat to mental health that affects around 264 million people
worldwide. Despite the considerable evolution in our understanding of the pathophysiology …

There is increasing knowledge regarding the role of the microbiome in modulating brain and
behaviour. Indeed, the actions of microbial metabolites are key for appropriate gut-brain …

Lactobacilli and bifidobacteria are an important part of human gut microbiota. Among
numerous benefits, their antioxidant properties are attracting more and more attention …

The high prevalence of gastrointestinal (GI) disorders among autism spectrum disorder
(ASD) patients has prompted scientists to look into the gut microbiota as a putative trigger in …

Observational studies have shown that the composition of the human gut microbiome in
children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) differs significantly from that of …