This grant is a continuation of N00014-14-1-0787 Gut Microbes: Positive effects on negative responses to environmental stressors
Abstract
There is now good evidence that specific nonpathogenic intestinal microorganisms can signal to the brain as part of the so-called microbiome-gut-brain axis. This proposal will build on extensive experience of the PI s team in exploring the immunomodulatory and neuroactive properties of specific gut bacteria. He has assembled a strong team of researchers with established expertise in microbiology, immunology, behavioral neuroscience andimaging. The proposed effort provides a unique opportunity to achieve to identify how elements of the gut microbiome can modulate the brain and some of its functions related to anxiety, fear and cognition.
Document Details
- Document Type
- DoD Grant Award
- Publication Date
- Aug 12, 2016
- Source ID
- N000141612389
Entities
People
- John Bienenstock
Organizations
- McMaster University
- Office of Naval Research
- United States Navy