Science image (IMAGE) Salk Institute Caption Salk researchers discovered the compound FexD can treat intestinal inflammation in mice. Mice with symptoms similar to inflammatory bowel disease had changes to the cells lining their intestines (left) that were reversed with treatment (right). Credit Salk Institute Usage Restrictions with credit and related coverage. License Original content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.