Gut Health and Nutritional Strategies in Animals
A special issue of Life (ISSN 2075-1729). This special issue belongs to the section "Animal Science".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 28 August 2026 | Viewed by 8
Special Issue Editors
Interests: microbial community; feed evaluation; gut barrier function; feed additives
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Gut health plays a pivotal role in animal nutrition, immunity, and overall productivity, with the gut microbiome serving as a critical interface between diet and host physiology. Recent research highlights the profound impact of nutritional strategies on maintaining intestinal integrity, modulating microbial communities, and preventing metabolic disorders across diverse animal species, including livestock, poultry, and companion animals. This special issue aims to explore cutting-edge advancements in gut health research, with a focus on innovative nutritional interventions. Key topics will include: (1) Microbiome Modulation: The role of probiotics, prebiotics, and postbiotics in shaping beneficial microbial ecosystems; (2) Dietary Formulations: Low-protein diets, functional fibers, and targeted amino acid profiles to reduce intestinal inflammation and enhance nutrient absorption; (3) Host-Microbe Interactions: Mechanisms linking gut health to systemic immunity, metabolic efficiency, and disease resistance. This special issue will bridge gaps between fundamental science and practical applications, offering actionable insights for sustainable animal production and welfare. We invite submissions addressing novel methodologies, feed nutritional evaluation in animals, and clinical trials validating nutritional strategies. By fostering dialogue among microbiologists, nutritionists, and veterinarians, we seek to advance global efforts toward precision feeding and microbiome-targeted therapies.
Dr. Jian Ma
Dr. Chunmei Du
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- microbiota
- barrier function
- immunity
- precision feeding
- additives
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