Paneth cells were first described in the late 19th century by Gustav Schwalbe and Josef
Paneth as columnar epithelial cells possessing prominent eosinophilic granules in their …

Intestinal barrier integrity is a prerequisite for homeostasis of mucosal function, which is
balanced to maximise absorptive capacity, while maintaining efficient defensive reactions …

Mammalian immune system development depends on instruction from resident commensal
microorganisms. Diseases associated with abnormal immune responses towards …

Calf diarrhea is associated with enteric infections, and also provokes the overuse of
antibiotics. Therefore, proper treatment of diarrhea represents a therapeutic challenge in …

Abstract Changes in the composition of gut-associated microbial communities may underlie
many inflammatory and allergic diseases. However, the processes that help maintain a …

The commensal microbiota has an important impact on host health, which is only beginning
to be elucidated. Despite the presence of fungal, archaeal, and viral members, most studies …

Background Butyrate has shown anti‐inflammatory and regenerative properties, providing
symptomatic relief when orally supplemented in patients suffering from various colonic …

Resident microbiota do not just shape host immunity, they can also contribute to host
protection against pathogens and infectious diseases. Previous reviews of the protective …

Host-associated microbiota help defend against bacterial pathogens; however, the
mechanisms by which pathogens overcome this defense remain largely unknown. We …

The gut microbiome plays a critical role in the health of many animals. Honeybees are no
exception, as they host a core microbiome that affects their nutrition and immune function …