Tiny microbes may secretly rewire the brain before birth

Tiny microbes may secretly rewire the brain before birth

MSU researchers discovered that microbes begin shaping the brain while still in the womb, influencing neurons in a region critical for stress and social behavior. Their findings suggest modern birth practices that alter the microbiome may have hidden impacts on brain development.

Scientists Found Bacteria in Mom’s Stomach Shape Baby’s Brain

Tiny microbes in a mother’s stomach may help shape how her baby’s brain grows before birth, a new study reveals. The post Scientists Found Bacteria in Mom’s Stomach Shape Baby’s Brain appeared first on Geeks Around Globe.