How diet affects inflammation and immunity in the gut
Dietary regulation of type 2 immunity and inflammation in the gut
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · WEILL MEDICAL COLL OF CORNELL UNIV · NIH-11140814
This study is looking at how the foods we eat, especially fiber, can affect our gut health and inflammation, with the goal of finding better ways to treat issues like inflammatory bowel disease and colorectal cancer.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | WEILL MEDICAL COLL OF CORNELL UNIV (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (NEW YORK, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11140814 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates the impact of dietary factors, particularly dietary fiber, on gut health and inflammation. It aims to understand how the microbiota, which are the bacteria in our intestines, interact with dietary components to influence immune responses and inflammation-related diseases. By studying these interactions, the research seeks to uncover mechanisms that could lead to better treatments for conditions like inflammatory bowel disease and colorectal cancer. The approach includes examining how specific dietary components affect immune cells and gut health in experimental models.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals with gastrointestinal disorders such as inflammatory bowel disease or those at risk for colorectal cancer.
Not a fit: Patients with gastrointestinal disorders not related to inflammation or those without dietary sensitivities may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved dietary recommendations and therapies for patients suffering from gastrointestinal disorders.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promising results in understanding the role of diet and microbiota in gut health, indicating that this approach has potential for significant findings.
Where this research is happening
NEW YORK, UNITED STATES
- WEILL MEDICAL COLL OF CORNELL UNIV — NEW YORK, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: ARIFUZZAMAN, MOHAMMAD — WEILL MEDICAL COLL OF CORNELL UNIV
- Study coordinator: ARIFUZZAMAN, MOHAMMAD
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.