A bacterial member of the gut #microbiome can shape the rewarding properties of #amphetamine drugs and their effects on male sexual motivation, according to research in fruit flies that uncovers a new gut-brain connection. @GallivantLab@UABSurgeryscim.ag/4ggBSoo
The new issue of #ScienceSignaling is out!
A study of fruit flies shows a common gut bacterium can enhance the rewarding properties of amphetamines, researchers uncover how proteins in extracellular vesicles can offer clues to HIV blockade, and more. scim.ag/4mY2CNh
The commensal microbe #Fusobacterium supports the rewarding properties of amphetamines by increasing dopamine transporters in the brain through an epigenetic mechanism involving the fatty acid butyrate, shows work in fruit flies. @GallivantLab@UABSurgeryscim.ag/4ggBSoo
The UAB General Surgery Residency Program honored its chief residents, as well as supporting faculty and residents across the program, at its annual awards day celebration. Congrats to all who were recognized!
💻 Read the full list of awardees here: bit.ly/43J7AoG.
UAB Division of Surgical Oncology Associate Professor Dr. Annabelle Fonseca (@afonsecaMD) has completed the Johns Hopkins Strategic Healthcare Leadership program. Congratulations!
Learn more about Dr. Fonseca's leadership program experience here: bit.ly/3FQVd1F.