Previous studies have shown the beneficial effect of rebamipide, a novel anti-ulcer drug, on experimental colitis. The permeabilities of rebamipide in different intestinal segments remained unknown. A ...

The descending colon is a section of the large intestine that passes downward. Its functions include storing food remains before they pass through the rest of the colon and rectum for elimination. The ...

Knocking out a single gene reprograms part of the large intestine to function like the nutrient-absorbing small intestine. In a preclinical study, Weill Cornell Medicine investigators showed that the ...

The colon plays a vital role in digestion and nutrient absorption. Unhealthy dietary habits can disrupt its functioning, potentially leading to various ailments and chronic disorders over time. That’s ...

During drug development, researchers need to perform adequate nonclinical testing to ensure a drug’s safety and efficacy before starting clinical trials. An important aspect they must evaluate is a ...