Journal
GENES
Volume 11, Issue 9, Pages -Publisher
MDPI
DOI: 10.3390/genes11091075
Keywords
microRNA; intestinal immunity; gut microbiome; gastrointestinal disease
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- National Key Research and Development Program of China [2018YFC2000500]
- major national S&T projects for infectious diseases [2018ZX10301401]
- Key Research & Developement Plan of Zhejiang Province [2019C04005]
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MicroRNAs are small non-coding RNAs regulating gene expression at the post-transcriptional level. The regulation of microRNA expression in the gut intestine is gradually recognized as one of the crucial contributors of intestinal homeostasis and overall health. Recent studies indicated that both the microRNAs endogenous in the gut intestine and exogenous from diets could play influential roles in modulating microbial colonization and intestinal immunity. In this review, we discuss the biological functions of microRNAs in regulating intestinal homeostasis by modulating intestinal immune responses and gut microbiota. We particularly focus on addressing the microRNA-dependent communication and interactions among microRNA, gut microbiota, and intestinal immune system. Besides, we also summarize the roles of diet-derived microRNAs in host-microbiome homeostasis and their benefits on intestinal health. A better understanding of the relationships among intestinal disorders, microRNAs, and other factors influencing intestinal health can facilitate the application of microRNA-based therapeutics for gastrointestinal diseases.
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