Decoding the gut’s volatilome: Novel in-vitro approaches to understand diet-microbiota dynamics

Summary

Our gut is home to trillions of microbes that help us digest food and impact our health. These microbes produce tiny airborne compounds—called volatile organic compounds (VOCs)—when they break down food components. My research used advanced lab models that simulate the human gut to study how diet influences these microbial VOCs. The acquired knowledge can ultimately support the development of personalized nutrition strategies and improve our understanding of gut health.