Microbiome-Peptide Axis
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Microbiome-Peptide Axis
How Gut Bacteria Produce Antimicrobial Peptides
Commensal gut bacteria produce bacteriocins and other antimicrobial peptides that shape the microbiome, fight pathogens, and regulate intestinal immunity.
15 min read|Mar 22, 2026
Microbiome-Peptide Axis
Antimicrobial Peptides and Microbiome Balance
Antimicrobial peptides selectively protect against pathogens while preserving beneficial gut bacteria through charge-based targeting and regulated expression.
15 min read|Mar 21, 2026