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Gut Microbes

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Dr. John Bienenstock (left) and Dr. Paul Forsythe in their lab. The researchers are studying whether bacteria in the gut can be used to cure or prevent neurological conditions such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anxiety or depression.

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(Photo courtesy of Dr. John Bienenstock and Dr. Paul Forsythe)

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