Interactive chemoprotective effects of dietary fat and fiber on adult intestinal stem cells (2013)

Title:

Interactive chemoprotective effects of dietary fat and fiber on adult intestinal stem cells

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Research Institution:

Texas A&M University

Location:

Texas

Researcher:

Robert Chapkin

Project Description:

Dr. Chapkin's study focuses on understanding how colonic stem cells respond to environmental factors such as diet and carginogens. He is examining how fish oil and pectin may work synergystically to protect the colon against damage that can lead to cancer.