Creating beneficial compounds found in human milk using microbes
Microbial production of fucosylated human milk oligosaccharides
This study is looking at how to make special sugars found in human milk that help babies grow healthy, and it might also help treat some illnesses in adults, so we're exploring how these sugars work in the body and how we can produce them for health benefits.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California at Davis NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Davis, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10866603 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing methods to produce human milk oligosaccharides (HMOs) using specific microbes. HMOs are important bioactive compounds that support the health of newborns and may also have potential applications in treating diseases in adults. The project aims to understand how these compounds function in the body and how they can be effectively produced for therapeutic use. By exploring the properties of HMOs, the research seeks to enhance neonatal health and possibly provide new treatment options for various conditions.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include infants and young children, as well as adults who may benefit from HMO-based therapies.
Not a fit: Patients who are not infants or young children, or those who do not have conditions that could be treated with HMOs, may not receive benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to new treatments that improve health outcomes for both infants and adults.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in the therapeutic applications of HMOs, indicating that this approach could be beneficial.
Where this research is happening
Davis, United States
- University of California at Davis — Davis, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Atsumi, Shota — University of California at Davis
- Study coordinator: Atsumi, Shota
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.