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Introduction
Microbiome-gut-brain axis (MGBA) research is a relatively new and rapidly expanding field at the cutting edge of modern medicine. With human cells far outnumbered by trillions of resident microbes, it seems obvious that medicine should account for the role of the microbiome in determining organismal health. To fill this knowledge gap, MGBA research investigates how the microbiome communicates with the brain and the body at large through various physiological pathways. This field is uniquely interdisciplinary, merging the studies of microbiology, neuroscience, psychology, endocrinology, and many others in pursuit of a novel medical perspective.
On this page, you’ll find articles co-authored by an international group of college students who are passionate about MGBA research. In reviewing the MGBA literature, our goal is to improve understanding and emphasize the importance of the mechanisms by which the microbiome influences health. We hope that our articles raise awareness and spark community curiosity for MGBA research, ultimately encouraging greater scientific focus on this promising field.
