Exploring how nutrients and bacterial metabolites affect health
Novel Nutrient Functions and Sensing Mechanisms
This study is looking at how different nutrients and substances made by bacteria can affect our health, using tiny worms and mice to learn more about how what we eat influences our bodies and minds.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Colorado NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boulder, UNITED STATES) |
| Project ID | NIH-10994063 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the roles of various nutrients and bacterial metabolites in human health, focusing on how they influence physiological processes. Using the model organism C. elegans, along with studies in mice and mammalian cells, the team aims to uncover the beneficial impacts of specific dietary components and microbial products. The research employs innovative assays to explore nutrient sensing mechanisms and their effects on development and behavior, addressing significant gaps in our understanding of nutrient biology.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include individuals interested in the effects of diet and gut microbiota on health, particularly those with metabolic or digestive disorders.
Not a fit: Patients who are not affected by metabolic or digestive issues may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to new insights into how specific nutrients and metabolites contribute to health and disease, potentially informing dietary recommendations and therapeutic strategies.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promising results in understanding nutrient functions and microbial interactions, suggesting that this approach could yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
Boulder, UNITED STATES
- University of Colorado — Boulder, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Han, Min — University of Colorado
- Study coordinator: Han, Min
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.