Publications by authors named "Xi Long Wu"
Oral Administration of the Antimicrobial Peptide Mastoparan X Alleviates Enterohemorrhagic Escherichia coli-Induced Intestinal Inflammation and Regulates the Gut Microbiota.
Probiotics Antimicrob Proteins
February 2024
Article Synopsis
- The gut microbiota is crucial for immune system development and can impact inflammation; however, antibiotics can disrupt this balance.
- This study aimed to investigate the anti-inflammatory effects of an antimicrobial peptide called mastoparan X (MPX) when administered orally, specifically looking at its effects in E. coli-infected mice.
- Results showed that MPX helped reduce weight loss and inflammation, improved gut structure, and promoted microbial diversity, highlighting its potential role in managing intestinal inflammation and maintaining gut health.