A microbial compound in the gut leads to anxious behaviors in mice

By RiyaBerry On February 18, 2022 · 1 Comment · In 2022 SP Team 31, 2022 SP Week 03, Biological Discoveries

A new study shows how a particular molecule, produced by gut bacteria, affects brain function and promotes anxiety-like behaviors in mice.

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