Microbiome Research Centre

08/06/2025

The microorganisms of our gut produce a number of chemicals and neurotransmitters which can impact our cognitive health. Our research centre has a research theme focusing on neuroscience and mental health. Learn more about our work here:

07/06/2025

A diverse gut microbiome is a healthy microbiome! The more diverse your microbiome is, the more resilient your body is. Help us learn more about the role of the microbiome and disease by joining one of our research programs.

www.mrc.unsw.edu.au/participate

06/06/2025

"Are you caring for a loved one with Alzheimer's?

Your family can make a difference. Our study in NSW is seeking volunteers to investigate how gut health relates to Alzheimer's disease. Encourage your family members to join this crucial research effort. Together, we can advance our understanding and support for those affected by Alzheimer's. Get involved today.
Learn more at https://www.mrc.unsw.edu.au/participate/healthy-optimal-australian-microbiome-hoam-study-alzheimers-and-dementias-group

04/06/2025

Obesity, affecting two-thirds of Australians, has long been associated with microbiome changes.

Evidence first emerged in 2004, linking obesity to disruptions in the gut microbiome's balance, leading to changes in energy regulation. Follow-up research has found that obese individuals often have lower bacterial diversity and specific microbial imbalances, such as more Bacillota (Firmicutes) and fewer Bacteroidetes. These discoveries have opened the door to exciting possibilities, with scientists exploring how adjusting the microbiome could offer new ways to tackle obesity.

Our team at the MRC have a number of exciting research projects you can help with. Learn more here www.mrc.unsw.edu.au/participate

04/06/2025

Flashback to 2017 when we received critical funding to support the study of the microbiome at St George Hospital with the setup of our Microbiome Research Centre.

Australia’s first medical research centre dedicated to studying bugs in the gut will be established at St George and Sutherland Hospitals.

04/06/2025

Your participation can lead to novel health therapies. Join our research and help us explore microbiome-based health interventions.

04/06/2025

Microbiome Research Centre opens at Kogarah

03/06/2025

The St George and Sutherland Medical Research Foundation (SSMRF) has funded research at the two hospitals for the past decade.

02/06/2025

With obesity rates impacting two out of every three Australians, the focus is turning to the gut microbiome for answers.
Research dating back to 2004 revealed the profound effect obesity has on the balance of gut bacteria, causing energy imbalances and changes in microbial diversity. Scientists have since pinpointed distinctive microbial shifts in obese individuals, like an increase in Bacillota (Firmicutes) and a decrease in Bacteroidetes. This new understanding suggests that microbiome-focused strategies might offer a novel solution to managing obesity in the years ahead.

Learn more about our teams work at www.mrc.unsw.edu.au

02/06/2025

Microbiome Researcher - St George Hospital Researcher receives NSW Health grant to develop poo faecal transplant for dementia and obesity

01/06/2025

"Are you caring for a loved one with Alzheimer's?

Your family can make a difference. Our study in NSW is seeking volunteers to investigate how gut health relates to Alzheimer's disease. Encourage your family members to join this crucial research effort. Together, we can advance our understanding and support for those affected by Alzheimer's. Get involved today.

Learn more at https://www.mrc.unsw.edu.au/participate/healthy-optimal-australian-microbiome-hoam-study-alzheimers-and-dementias-group

01/06/2025

Learn what a poo transplant is and how it help a variety of conditions from Alzheimers, Autism, Depression and how you can donate poo to help.