Host sensing in the gut microbiota has been crucial in the regulation of intestinal
homeostasis. Although inflammatory bowel diseases (IBDs), multifactorial chronic …

The intestinal epithelium must balance efficient absorption of nutrients with partitioning
commensals and pathogens from the bodies' largest immune system. If this crucial barrier …

Enteroendocrine cells (EEC) form the basis of the largest endocrine system in the body.
They secrete multiple regulatory molecules which control physiological and homeostatic …

The microbiota is a heterogeneous ecosystem consisting of diverse microorganisms unique
to an individual, playing a crucial role in maintaining human body homeostasis. The …

The intestinal epithelium represents one of our most important interfaces with the external
environment. It must remain tightly balanced to allow nutrient absorption, but maintain …

The intestinal epithelium forms a barrier between the microbiota and the rest of the body. In
addition, beyond acting as a physical barrier, the function of intestinal epithelial cells (IEC s) …

The microbial community of the gut conveys significant benefits to host physiology. A clear
relationship has now been established between gut bacteria and host metabolism in which …

In the intestine, multiple interactions occur with the external world. Thus, the intestinal
mucosal barrier has to tolerate millions of microorganisms that commonly inhabit the gut …

The intestine is a unique organ inhabited by a tremendous number of microorganisms.
Intestinal epithelial cells greatly contribute to the maintenance of the symbiotic relationship …

Intestinal epithelium represents a dynamic and diverse cellular system that continuously
interacts with gut commensals and external cues. Intestinal stem cells, which lie at the heart …