Why the 'Gut Brain' Plays a Central Role for Allergies

Why the 'gut brain' plays a central role for allergies

An international research team led by scientists from Bern and Charité—Universitätsmedizin Berlin has identified a previously unknown function of the intestinal nervous system.

Why the ’gut brain’ plays a central role for allergies

25.11.2025 - An international research team has identified a previously unknown function of the intestinal nervous system. The study reveals that the intestinal nervous system plays a key role in regulating both the composition and stability of the intestinal barrier. Disruption of this protective mechanism can lead to the development of allergies. These findings open new avenues for advancing the