Collection 

Gut-brain axis

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Closed
Submission deadline

Our understanding of the gut-brain axis, the complex bi-directional communication network which links the central nervous system to peripheral intestinal functions, and specifically the integral role played by the gut microbiome, has significantly advanced in recent years. Critical gaps of knowledge however do still exist, particularly with regard to the precise mechanisms of information transmission.

This Collection aims to bring together original research on all aspects of gut-brain communication, including the neural, endocrine and immune pathways involved, and their relevance to the development, and potential mitigation, of neurological, gastrointestinal and behavioural pathologies.

Brown brain and organe intestinal system connected by a helical cord.

Editors

Collections articles undergo Scientific Reports' standard peer review process and are subject to all of the journal’s standard policies. This includes the journal’s policy on competing interests. The Guest Editors have no competing interests with the submissions which they handle through the peer review process. The peer review of any submissions for which the Guest Editors have competing interests is handled by another Editorial Board Member who has no competing interests.

This Collection has not been supported by sponsorship.