Lactobacillus reuteri (L. reuteri) is a well-studied probiotic bacterium that can colonize a
large number of mammals. In humans, L. reuteri is found in different body sites, including the …

Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) affects 6.8 million people globally. A variety of factors
have been implicated in IBD pathogenesis, including host genetics, immune dysregulation …

ABSTRACT A close symbiotic relationship exists between the intestinal microbiota and its
host. A critical component of gut homeostasis is the presence of a mucus layer covering the …

The gut microbiota is a complex microbial ecosystem where bacteria, through mutual
interactions, cooperate in maintaining of wellbeing and health. Lactobacilli are among the …

Ruminococcus gnavus is a human gut symbiont wherein the ability to degrade mucins is
mediated by an intramolecular trans-sialidase (Rg NanH). Rg NanH comprises a GH33 …

Intestinal mucins glycosylation is regulated by host cues and environmental signals from the
microbiome and diets. However, the mechanisms responsible for the dialogue between …

The intact function of the salivary glands is of utmost importance for oral health. During
radiotherapy in patients with head and neck tumors, the salivary glands can be damaged …

Helicobacter pylori infects approximately half the human population and has an unusual
infective niche of the human stomach. Helicobacter pylori is a major cause of gastritis and …

Mucus in the gastrointestinal (GI) tract is the primary point-of-interaction between humans
and their gut microbiota. This intimates that mucus not only ensures protection against …

Adhesins are bacterial proteins with host cell adhesive properties. These proteins occur in
diverse architectures, ranging from capsules, vesicles, pili, fimbri, to enzymes. These …