Symposium on Gut-Brain Axis Plasticity - May 29, 2026 - Nantes

Symposium on Gut-Brain Axis Plasticity - Nantes University Scientific Days

29 May 2026

Session 8 - Room 150 - Cité des congrès - Nantes

The gut-microbiota-brain axis is attracting increasing interest because it represents a major therapeutic target for many diseases. This essential bidirectional network connects the digestive system, including the enteric nervous system and the microbiota, the immune system and the brain. The microbiota-gut-brain axis regulates energy homeostasis, and its dysfunction contributes to metabolic diseases, particularly obesity and diabetes. In inflammatory diseases, it modulates the systemic immune response and intestinal permeability, promoting or limiting chronic inflammatory processes. Finally, in neurodegenerative and neurodevelopmental disorders, gut dysbiosis and impaired gut-brain communication can disrupt both brain and digestive functions through mirror mechanisms. During this symposium, the PhAN and TENS units of the Institute of Diseases of the Digestive System (IMAD) will present and debate their latest findings on the plasticity of the gut-brain axis in various pathophysiological contexts. Discover the program: https://js.univ-nantes.fr/jassiste-aux-colloques/js26cl8 Register until May 11 !

 

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