A platform for analyzing gut microbes and metabolites in health and disease
Integrated Metagenomic and Metabolomic Core
This study is looking at how probiotics and gut health affect our overall well-being by collecting and analyzing samples from participants, so if you're involved in related clinical trials, you'll get valuable insights about your gut and health.
Quick facts
| Grant type | P01 program project |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Vanderbilt University Medical Center NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Nashville, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10908489 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on creating a core facility that integrates metagenomic and metabolomic data to enhance understanding of health conditions, particularly in relation to probiotics and gut health. It involves collecting and analyzing fecal and blood samples from participants to study changes in gut microbial communities and metabolites. The project employs advanced sequencing techniques and computational algorithms to provide detailed insights into the microbiome and its impact on health outcomes. Patients participating in related clinical trials will benefit from this comprehensive analysis.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation include individuals involved in probiotics clinical trials or those with conditions affecting gut health.
Not a fit: Patients not participating in the related clinical trials or those without gut health issues may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved understanding and treatment options for conditions related to gut health and metabolism.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promising results using similar metagenomic and metabolomic approaches to study gut health and its implications for various diseases.
Where this research is happening
Nashville, United States
- Vanderbilt University Medical Center — Nashville, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Barve, Shirish S — Vanderbilt University Medical Center
- Study coordinator: Barve, Shirish S
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.