Genetic Switch Turned on During Fasting Helps Stop Inflammation (IMAGE)

Salk Institute

Genetic Switch Turned on During Fasting Helps Stop Inflammation

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Salk researchers uncover a fasting molecule, Crtc, which enhances immunity. The gastrointestinal tract of flies lacking Crtc, which is turned on during fasting (right panel), expresses more immune-related molecules compared with those of normal flies (left panel). These signs of inflammation mean that the gut barrier is compromised and more permeable to bacteria.

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