Chemical Induction of Longevity-Promoting Colanic Acid in the Host's Microbiota
Guo Hu, Matthew Brandon Cooke, Alice X Wen, Xin Yu, Jin Wang, Christophe Herman, Meng Carla Wang
This study shows that low-dose cephaloridine induces colanic acid production in gut bacteria, extending host lifespan in C. elegans and mice.
bioRxiv · Jul 23, 2024 · PreprintDevelopmental Biology