The functional diversity of the mammalian intestinal microbiome far exceeds that of the host
organism, and microbial genes contribute substantially to the well-being of the host …

The gastrointestinal tract is often considered as a key organ involved in the digestion of food
and providing nutrients to the body for proper maintenance. However, this system is …

The intestinal mucosal barrier is composed of epithelial cells that are protected by an
overlying host-secreted mucous layer and functions as the first line of defence against …

Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) affects 6.8 million people globally. A variety of factors
have been implicated in IBD pathogenesis, including host genetics, immune dysregulation …

Mucin type O‐glycosylation is one of the most diverse types of glycosylation, playing
essential roles in tissue development and homeostasis. In complex organisms, O‐GalNAc …

The availability of host and dietary carbohydrates in the gastrointestinal (GI) tract plays a key
role in shaping the structure-function of the microbiota. In particular, some gut bacteria have …

Several bacterial species have been implicated in the development of colorectal carcinoma
(CRC), but CRC‐associated changes of fecal microbiota and their potential for cancer …

Mucus is integral to gut health and its properties may be affected in neurological disease.
Mucus comprises a hydrated network of polymers including glycosylated mucin proteins. We …

Objective Resveratrol (RSV) is a natural polyphenol with putative anti-obesity effects;
however, its mechanisms of action remain unclear due to its low bioavailability. Microbial …

The number of bacterial cells living within the human body is approximately equal to, or
greater than, the total number of human cells. This dynamic population of microorganisms …