University of Maryland-College Park · BiologyGut Health Innovations Lab
A. Brantley Hall · College Park, Maryland
Research Focus
At A. Brantley Hall's lab at the University of Maryland, researchers are focusing on understanding how gut bacteria produce hydrogen sulfide, a gas linked to health issues like colorectal cancer and ulcerative colitis. They are developing a unique device, called Smart Underwear, that can non-invasively measure this gas in real-time from human flatus. This innovative technology aims to provide insights into gut health and facilitate personalized dietary recommendations to improve overall well-being.
gut microbiotahydrogen sulfideSmart Underwear colorectal cancerprecision nutrition
Research Aims
5AIM 01Develop a wearable device to measure gut microbial hydrogen sulfide production
AIM 02Conduct clinical trials with the Smart Underwear to assess its accuracy and user acceptance
AIM 03Evaluate dietary effects on gut microbial hydrogen sulfide production
AIM 04Facilitate personalized dietary interventions based on gut health data
AIM 05Investigate links between gut microbial H2S production and health outcomes.
Skills the Lab Values
wearable technology developmentgas measurement techniquesclinical trial designdietary intervention researchuser experience testing
Output against the department
Publications41bottom 8% of dept.948th of 1,033
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Citations12ktop 30% of dept.313th of 1,033
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