Investigating how diet affects gut bacteria and their interactions with the host
Metaproteomics to investigate intestinal microbiota-host and -diet interactions
This study is looking at how what you eat affects the bacteria in your gut and your overall health, so you can learn how to improve your gut health through your diet.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | North Carolina State University Raleigh NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Raleigh, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11037149 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research explores the complex relationships between diet, gut bacteria, and host health. By using advanced techniques like metaproteomics, metagenomics, and metabolomics, the team aims to identify how different dietary proteins and host compounds influence the composition and function of gut microbiota. Patients may benefit from insights into how their diet can affect their gut health and overall well-being. The research combines both laboratory-based and cultivation-independent methods to provide a comprehensive understanding of these interactions.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals interested in understanding how their diet impacts their gut microbiota and those with gastrointestinal disorders.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have gastrointestinal issues or are not interested in dietary impacts on health may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to personalized dietary recommendations that improve gut health and overall patient outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promising results in understanding the role of diet on gut microbiota, indicating that this approach could yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
Raleigh, United States
- North Carolina State University Raleigh — Raleigh, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Kleiner, Manuel — North Carolina State University Raleigh
- Study coordinator: Kleiner, Manuel
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.