Dynamic regulation of gut Clostridium-derived short-chain fatty acids

Zhengming Zhu, Liying Zhu, Ling Jiang

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Abstract

Short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs) are major products of intestinal microbial fermentation with beneficial effects for human health. The dynamic balance and real-time monitoring of endogenous SCFA biosynthesis are important for understanding their physiological functions. We discuss the promising future of applying CRISPRi genetic systems and biosensors for targeted SCFA improvement.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)266-270
Number of pages5
JournalTrends in Biotechnology
Volume40
Issue number3
DOIs
StatePublished - Mar 2022

Keywords

  • CRISPRi genetic system
  • biosensor
  • gut Clostridium
  • short-chain fatty acids
  • synthetic biology

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