The aim of this thesis is to investigate the role of the gut microbiota in Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Over the past two decades, research on the microbiota has intensified, along with a growing understanding of its impact on the overall well-being of the body. Interest in this mysterious ecosystem is not limited to gastrointestinal diseases, autoimmune disorders, neoplasms, metabolic and nutritional conditions, but also extends to psychological aspects. In fact, the microbiota has also been linked to cognitive functions, anxiety, stress, mood disorders, insomnia, and neurodevelopmental disorders. Among these, the most studied in the field of microbiota is Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).
L’obiettivo di questa tesi è quello di indagare il ruolo del microbiota intestinale nel Disturbo dello Spettro Autistico (ASD). Negli ultimi due decenni si sono intensificate le ricerche sul microbiota e, con esse, anche la comprensione del suo impatto sul benessere generale dell’organismo. L’interesse nei confronti di questo misterioso ecosistema non si limita a malattie gastrointestinali, disordini autoimmuni, neoplasie, disturbi metabolici e nutrizionali, ma riguarda anche aspetti più psicologici. Infatti, il microbiota è stato associato anche a funzioni cognitive, ansia, stress e alterazioni dell’umore, insonnia e disturbi del neurosviluppo. Tra questi, il più studiato nel campo del microbiota è proprio il Disturbo dello Spettro Autistico (ASD).
Relazione tra microbiota intestinale e disturbo dello spettro autistico: implicazioni lungo l'asse intestino-cervello.
CAURLA, SILVIA
2024/2025
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The aim of this thesis is to investigate the role of the gut microbiota in Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Over the past two decades, research on the microbiota has intensified, along with a growing understanding of its impact on the overall well-being of the body. Interest in this mysterious ecosystem is not limited to gastrointestinal diseases, autoimmune disorders, neoplasms, metabolic and nutritional conditions, but also extends to psychological aspects. In fact, the microbiota has also been linked to cognitive functions, anxiety, stress, mood disorders, insomnia, and neurodevelopmental disorders. Among these, the most studied in the field of microbiota is Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).| File | Dimensione | Formato | |
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