Artist Concept of Gut Bacteria (IMAGE)

California Institute of Technology

Artist Concept of Gut Bacteria

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An artist's concept of bacteria in the gut. New research shows that gut bacteria influence and contribute to autism-like behaviors in mice, altering their metabolic profiles and gene expression in the brain. The work suggests that symptoms of autism spectrum disorder may one day be remedied with bacterial metabolites or a probiotic drug.

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Caltech

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