The gut microbial community (Gut microbiota) is known to impact metabolic functions as well
as immune responses in our body. Diet plays an important role in determining the …

Neonates are born with an immature immune system and rely on the transfer of immunity
from their mothers. Maternal antibodies are transferred via the placenta and breast milk …

Postnatal colonization of the body with microbes is assumed to be the main stimulus to
postnatal immune development. By transiently colonizing pregnant female mice, we show …

Humoral immune responses at mucosal surfaces have historically focused on IgA. Growing
evidence highlights the complexity of IgA-inducing pathways and the functional impact of IgA …

Various immune mechanisms are deployed in the mucosa to confront the immense diversity
of resident bacteria. A substantial fraction of the commensal microbiota is coated with …

The mucosal immune system of neonates goes through successive, non-redundant phases
that support the developmental needs of the infant and ultimately establish immune …

Neonates are protected from colonizing bacteria by antibodies secreted into maternal milk.
Necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC) is a disease of neonatal preterm infants with high morbidity …

The mucosal surfaces of mammals are densely colonized with microorganisms that are
commonly referred to as the commensal microbiota. It is believed that the fetus in utero is …

Children with autism spectrum disorders often display dysregulated immune responses and
related gastrointestinal symptoms. However, the underlying mechanisms leading to the …

The gut is an efficient barrier which protects against the passage of pathogenic
microorganisms and potential harmful macromolecules into the body, in addition to its …