Pascale Vonaesch

Phage Endolysin Enables Targeted Manipulation of the Small Intestinal Microbiota and Uncovers Niche Overlap Between Oral and Butyrate-Producing Taxa

This study uses a phage endolysin to target Streptococcus salivarius in the gut, revealing niche overlap with butyrate-producing taxa and potential therapeutic benefits.

Lithocholic acid modulates the growth of butyrate-producing bacteria and is decreased in the feces of stunted children

This study finds that lithocholic acid levels are lower in stunted and EED children, and it modulates butyrate-producing bacteria growth while inhibiting oral taxa.

Strain-level translocation and enrichment mechanisms of oral bacteria in the lower gastrointestinal tract of stunted children

The paper investigates strain translocation and enrichment of oral bacteria in the lower gastrointestinal tract of stunted children, finding increased oral bacteria in the duodenum and colon linked to biomass changes.

Evaluating long-term stool preservation methods for maximizing the recovery of viable human fecal microbiota

This study evaluates cryopreservation methods for stool samples to maintain viable microbiota, finding that simple methods like glycerol preservation and snap-freezing are as effective as more complex protocols.