Integrated studies into the genomic, metabolic, and cultivable diversity of the human gut symbiont Akkermansia muciniphila

Akkermansia muciniphila is a mucin-degrading bacterium found in the gut of most healthy humans, typically at 1 to 4% relative abundance. A number of studies in humans and model organisms have found positive associations between the abundance of this organism and intestinal health, suggesting that Akkermansia may be a beneficial member of the gut microbiome and could be used a...

Dietary effects on the functional diversity of the gut microbiome in children

The human gut is home to trillions of microbial cells whose functions are essential for normal human physiology. However, little information exists on the quantitative relationships between diet and gut microbial community composition and function, particularly in multi-ethnic populations of children. To address this knowledge gap, we will link dietary features of children with the functional diversity of gut microbial...

CSUN CIRM COMPASS Training Program (N-COMPASS)

The CSUN CIRM COMPASS Program will broaden the participation in regenerative medicine of individuals representing the diversity of California?s population by training 15 historically under-represented undergraduate students through hands-on experiences and strategic and structured mentorship experiences to enhance transition of students to successful careers in translational stem cell and gene therapy careers in both the public and private sector eac...