The gastrointestinal tract is the only internal organ to have evolved with its own independent
nervous system, known as the enteric nervous system (ENS). This Review provides an …

The human body hosts an enormous abundance and diversity of microbes, which perform a
range of essential and beneficial functions. Our appreciation of the importance of these …

The digestive system is innervated through its connections with the central nervous system
(CNS) and by the enteric nervous system (ENS) within the wall of the gastrointestinal tract …

The enteric nervous system (ENS) is an extensive network comprising millions of neurons
and glial cells contained within the wall of the gastrointestinal tract. The major functions of …

Neurogastroenterology is defined as neurology of the gastrointestinal tract, liver, gallbladder
and pancreas and encompasses control of digestion through the enteric nervous system …

Physiology of the Gastrointestinal Tract, Sixth Edition, a Two-Volume set, covers the study of
the mechanical, physical and biochemical functions of the GI Tract by linking clinical disease …

Covers all aspects of the structure, function, neurochemistry, transmitter identification and
development of the enteric nervous system This book brings together extensive knowledge …

This paper, written for the symposium in honour of more than 40 years' contribution to
autonomic research by Professor Geoffrey Burnstock, highlights the progress made in …

Background The role of intestinal microbiota in the development and function of host
physiology is of high interest, especially with respect to the nervous system. While strong …

The enteroendocrine system is the primary sensor of ingested nutrients and is responsible
for secreting an array of gut hormones, which modulate multiple physiological responses …