Approved research

Gut-brain connections from magnetic resonance images

First Affiliated hospital of Zhejiang University School of Medicine

Lay summary

Aims: This study aims to uncover the connection between gut and brain based on MRI

Scientific rationale: Using multiorgan MRI and genetic data from subjects of UK biobank, we aimed to quantify interorgan connections between the gut and brain. We aim to analyze the distribution of substances in the brain and gut and study its effect on disease progression through the brain-gut axis.

Project duration: Estimated duration of this project is expected to be 3 years.

Public health impact: Our research project will help the study of disease mechanism and may provide a new target for treatment.