Award
National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke 5R01NS134976-03
Intestinal regulation of exercise performance
Recipient
UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA
Award Amount
$541,468.00
Ceiling
$541,468.00
Awarded
February 28, 2026
Identifier
5R01NS134976-03
This NIH-funded project investigates how the intestinal microbiota influences brain neurons and exercise performance, focusing on gut microbiome effects on dopamine and exercise capacity, with potential therapeutic applications.
Description
The project explores the impact of the intestinal microbiota on brain neurons influencing exercise performance. The research aims to understand how gut microbiome affects dopamine levels and exercise capacity. The study involves microbiome science, exercise physiology, and neuroscience. The project emphasizes the therapeutic potential of gastrointestinal interventions to enhance physical activity.