Opportunity details

How can I sample rhythms in gut microbiome?!

Help required to understand how to collect faecal (poo) samples at multiple times of day

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Full description:

I am a gastroenterology doctor in Manchester. I am interested in understanding how our body clock and body rhythms affect the gut microbiome. I would like to apply for funding to sample the gut microbiome at multiple times of day, to see whether the mix of bugs in the microbiome varies through the day in healthy people.

It would be great to hear from people with a stoma bag or people who have had bowel surgery, to understand their experiences and daily function in more detail.

Opportunity Deadline

31st January 2025

Payment:

not currently

Expenses:

not currently

Organisation

University of Manchester

Our research group has an interest in biological circadian rhythms in gastrointestinal disorders including inflammatory conditions, such as inflammatory bowel disease and other conditions including irritable bowel syndrome. We are currently working on understanding the impact of diseases on the rhythmic nature of microbiome.


Details

Topic:

All of health care
Blood, immune system
Digestive system

Location:

UK wide

Involvement type:

All of research
Identifying and prioritising
Designing and managing

What support is offered?

nil

Can the work be done from home?

Yes

Suitable for a beginner?

Yes


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