Understanding how gut bacteria metabolize nutrients
Physiology of bacterial metabolism in the human gut microbiome
This study is looking at how the bacteria in your gut get energy and nutrients, and how they produce helpful substances that can affect your health, with the goal of finding new ways to improve gut health and overall well-being.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Stanford University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Stanford, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11086627 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the metabolic processes of gut bacteria and how they secure energy and nutrients for growth. It focuses on the production of important molecules like short-chain fatty acids and indoles, which play a significant role in human health and disease. By developing new genetic tools and techniques, the research aims to uncover the metabolic pathways of these bacteria, which could lead to better strategies for modulating gut microbiota and improving health outcomes. Patients may benefit from insights into how their gut bacteria influence their metabolism and overall well-being.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals with gastrointestinal disorders or those interested in the impact of gut microbiota on health.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have any gastrointestinal issues or are not interested in the role of gut bacteria in health may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to new strategies for managing gut health and related diseases by understanding and potentially controlling bacterial metabolism.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown promising results in understanding gut microbiota metabolism, but this project aims to explore novel aspects that have not been extensively studied.
Where this research is happening
Stanford, United States
- Stanford University — Stanford, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Dodd, Dylan — Stanford University
- Study coordinator: Dodd, Dylan
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.