Understanding the variety of microbes in the human gut
Decoding Microbial Diversity in the Human Gut Microbiome
This study is looking at how different types of gut bacteria can impact our health, using special tests and computer analysis to understand their effects better, and it's for anyone interested in how our gut health can influence our overall well-being.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Pennsylvania State University, the NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (University Park, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11095887 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how different strains of microbes in the human gut affect health and physiology. By using advanced sequencing technologies and computational biology, the team aims to uncover the relationships between microbial diversity and various health outcomes. The approach includes both laboratory experiments with specially designed animal models and analysis of large datasets to identify key microbial genes. This work seeks to provide insights into how our gut microbiome influences our overall well-being.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals with gastrointestinal conditions or those interested in understanding their gut health.
Not a fit: Patients with no gastrointestinal issues or those not interested in microbiome research may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to new strategies for improving gut health and treating related diseases.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promising results in understanding gut microbiome diversity, but this approach aims to provide deeper mechanistic insights that are less explored.
Where this research is happening
University Park, United States
- Pennsylvania State University, the — University Park, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Bisanz, Jordan Adam — Pennsylvania State University, the
- Study coordinator: Bisanz, Jordan Adam
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.