Dr. Deepesh Panwar observes a plate of bacteria involved in metabolism of artificial cellulose derivatives. (IMAGE)

University of British Columbia

Dr. Deepesh Panwar observes a plate of bacteria involved in metabolism of artificial cellulose derivatives.

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Researchers at the University of British Columbia have shown that our gut bacteria can feed on these large molecules – something thought to not be possible – thanks to enzymes that normally help us break down dietary fibre.

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Emily Cook, Michael Smith Laboratories, University of British Columbia

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